Pre-OP + Post-OP Nutrition
Nutrition can be a helpful player in optimizing health both before and after surgery. While there needs to be more research in the area of nutrition and orthopedics, there are certain nutrients that can be increased through diet in order to support a healthy surgical outcome. Dr. Austin Chen, orthopedic hip and sports medicine surgeon in Boulder, Colorado specializes in using alternative methods in order to offer the most complete care for his patients.
Dr. Chen has partnered with his wife, a certified nutritionist, to develop a nutrition and dietary plan that one may choose to follow when undergoing surgery. It is based upon increasing the nutrients that are utilized by the body for immunity, repair and regeneration.
Some examples may include:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin A
- Antioxidants (CoQ10)
- Probiotics
- Collagen-rich foods
- Natural anti-microbial herbs
- Mineral complex
- Amino acids
Dr. Chen also provides natural nutrition and holistic options for addressing common post-operative conditions such as constipation and pain.
*Please be advised that there are a number of natural herbs, nutrients and supplements that should be strictly avoided before surgery. This includes, but is not limited to; fish oil (EPA/DHA) also known as Omega 3 fatty acids, feverfew, garlic, ginger, ginkgo biloba, kava kava, turmeric (curcumin), capsaicin and vitamin E. Always consult with Dr. Chen before taking any supplements, herbs or nutrients before and after surgery.
Nutrition for Conditions
Dr. Chen and his wife, a nutritionist, have worked together to create nutrition plans to help patients address orthopedic conditions. In many cases, a change a diet as well as weight loss can have a great impact on orthopedic conditions.
Some conditions that shoulder, knee and hip specialist serving Boulder, Colorado, Dr. Austin Chen addresses with nutrition are as follows:
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoarthritis
- Inflammation
Schedule an appointment today with Dr. Chen to learn more about nutrition and lifestyle changes for your orthopedic condition.
