A 24-year-old member asked:
Is it a good idea to do a detox diet before back surgery?
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Dr. Scott Bolhackanswered
Wound care 37 years experience
Detox diet: The science behind 'detox diets' is weak at best, and potentially dangerous (when following extreme detox regmiens) at worst. Just maintain a healthy well-balanced diet leading into and following the surgery.
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Dr. Thomas Dowlinganswered
Orthopedic Spine Surgery 42 years experience
No you should not : Diet immediately before surgery for any reason as it may affect your healing. Controlled weight loss if obese before scheduling surgery will lower your risk of surgical complications. A detox diet otherwise makes no difference.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Last updated Oct 26, 2012
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