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How can i get my bowels to start working after spinal surgery?
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OOB: Best is to get moving as soon as possible. Some surgeons believe chewing gun helps early on.
Answered 9/17/2017
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Move: Patients can definitely have trouble with their usual bowel regimen after spine surgery for many reasons. Early mobilization and limiting the amount of narcotic medications and getting back to your usual diet as soon as possible are the most common interventions used. Thank you for the question.
Answered 12/29/2022
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