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Final Year Student Department of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth “Deemed to be University” Karad.
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Professor/Head of Department Neuro Physiotherapy Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad.
Received: 2025-09-10
Revised: 2025-09-23
Accepted: 2025-10-08
Published: 2025-10-29
Background: Hysterectomy is a common surgical procedure that often leads to postoperative pain, reduced muscle strength, and delayed functional recovery. Structured relaxation programs may help in reducing pain and improving early recovery. Methodology: A total of 40 post-hysterectomy women were selected and randomly divided into two groups of 20 each. The experimental group received a structured relaxation program along with routine postoperative care, while the control group received only routine care. The relaxation program included deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and guided imagery performed twice daily for one week. Outcome measures included rest pain and activity pain (Visual Analogue Scale), muscle strength (Manual Muscle Testing), and functional disability (Oswestry Low Back Disability Index). Data were collected on postoperative day 1 and day 7 and analyzed using pre and post tests. Results: The experimental group showed a significant reduction in rest and activity pain and improvement in muscle strength compared to the control group (p < 0.05). Oswestry Disability Index scores also demonstrated improved functional recovery in the intervention group. Conclusion: Structured relaxation is an effective non-pharmacological method for reducing postoperative pain and improving early recovery after hysterectomy. Incorporating relaxation techniques in postoperative care can enhance patient comfort and functional outcomes.
Structured relaxation program, hysterectomy, postoperative recovery, pain, muscle strength, Oswestry Low Back Disability Index.