ABSTRACT
ObjectiveTo investigate the influence of foot bath with traditional Chinese medicine on physical recovery of patients after cesarean section,in order to prevent postoperative complications. Methods180 cases of parturients after cesarean section were divided into the control group and the experimental group with 90 cases in each group according to ward number and bed number.The experimental group began foot bath 6 hours postoperation,and in the next 3 to 5 days,took foot bath at 7:00 to 8:00 and 21:00 to 22:00 every day,20 minutes per time.The control group only received routine nursing.The anus exhaust time and independent ambulation time were observed. ResultsThe anal exhaust time for the first time,independent ambulation time of the experimental group was earlier than the control group. ConclusionsFoot bath with traditional Chinese medicine can promote gastrointestinal function recovery and early ambulation,improve appetite and sleep quality,reduce postoperative complication and promote physical recovery after surgery.