--- title: Heart Hugger Blog (5) description: Learn more about how Heart Hugger can support patients undergoing heart surgery and are in need of respiratory splinting or sternal support. (5) --- [![Tribute Media](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hubfs/Heart_Hugger_April2018%20Theme/Images/logo.png)](https://www.hearthugger.com) - [Contact](https://www.hearthugger.com/contact) toll free 800.798.2667 outside the U.S.408.395.2100 [![Home](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hubfs/logo-icon.png)](https://www.hearthugger.com) - [About Heart Hugger](https://www.hearthugger.com/about-heart-hugger) - [What is Heart Hugger](https://www.hearthugger.com/what-heart-hugger) - [Why Heart Hugger](https://www.hearthugger.com/why-heart-hugger) - [How To Use](https://www.hearthugger.com/how-to-use) - [Sizing and Fitting](https://www.hearthugger.com/sizing-and-fitting) - [Surgi Support Vest](https://www.hearthugger.com/surgi-support-vest) - [For Patients](https://www.hearthugger.com/patients) - [Heart Health](https://www.hearthugger.com/heart-health) - [Preparing for Surgery](https://www.hearthugger.com/preparing-for-surgery) - [After Your Surgery](https://www.hearthugger.com/after-your-surgery) - [Complications & Solutions](https://www.hearthugger.com/complications-solutions) - [Respiratory Complications](https://www.hearthugger.com/respiratory-complications) - [Sternal Wound Complications](https://www.hearthugger.com/sternal-wound-complications) - [Sternal Wound Stability (and the Pillow)](https://www.hearthugger.com/sternal-wound-stability) - [FAQs](https://www.hearthugger.com/faqs) - [For Healthcare Professionals](https://www.hearthugger.com/healthcare-professionals) - [Studies & Resources](https://www.hearthugger.com/studies-and-resources) - [Economic Implications of Complications](https://www.hearthugger.com/economic-implications-of-complications) - [Patient Compliance & The Clinical Pathway](https://www.hearthugger.com/patient-compliance-and-the-clinical-pathway) - [Tradeshows](https://www.hearthugger.com/tradeshows) - [How to Purchase](https://www.hearthugger.com/how-to-purchase) - [Find a Rep in Your Area](https://www.hearthugger.com/request-rep-information) - [Request Sample](https://www.hearthugger.com/request-sample) - [FDA & Medicare](https://www.hearthugger.com/fda-and-medicare) - [Blog](https://www.hearthugger.com/blog) - [Buy Now](https://www.hearthugger.com/products) *menu* menu [800.798.2667](tel:+18007982667) # Heart Hugger Blog ## [Essential Tips for a Healthy Heart After Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/healthy-heart-after-surgery) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Mar 27, 2020 2:16:05 PM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/healthy-heart-after-surgery#comments-listing) ![exercise and diet, healthy heart](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heart-health-2.jpg?width=1240&name=heart-health-2.jpg "exercise and diet, healthy heart") Being concerned about your health as a patient is normal, especially after heart surgery. What lies ahead will help ease your worries and restore your heart health after your surgery. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/healthy-heart-after-surgery) [After Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/after-heart-surgery) [Heart Health](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-health) [Heart Healthy Diet](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-healthy-diet) ## [Your Guide to a Heart-Healthy Diet](https://blog.hearthugger.com/best-heart-healthy-diet) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Mar 6, 2020 7:59:13 AM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/best-heart-healthy-diet#comments-listing) ![Selection of healthy food for heart, life concept](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heart-healthy-diet.jpg?width=1240&name=heart-healthy-diet.jpg "Selection of healthy food for heart, life concept") As a living and breathing soul in today's world, it's essential to ensure your heart is in complete harmony with your daily life. Having a healthy heart is the epitome of conducting activities, working and being productive, and your relationships. If there's any one reason to wake up and love the life you're living, it is having a healthy heart. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/best-heart-healthy-diet) [Heart Health](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-health) [Heart Healthy Diet](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-healthy-diet) ## [Improving Heart Health the Natural Way](https://blog.hearthugger.com/improving-heart-health-the-natural-way) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Feb 27, 2020 1:27:05 PM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/improving-heart-health-the-natural-way#comments-listing) ![heart-health-1](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heart-health-1.jpg?width=1240&name=heart-health-1.jpg "heart-health-1") Heart health depends on a wide range of factors, and some of those can't be changed. However, there are plenty of factors that are within your control. For better heart health, here are just a few of the natural ways you can succeed. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/improving-heart-health-the-natural-way) [Heart Health](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-health) ## [Raising Awareness During American Heart Health Month](https://blog.hearthugger.com/raising-awareness-american-heart-health-month) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Feb 7, 2020 12:00:00 AM [1 Comment](https://blog.hearthugger.com/raising-awareness-american-heart-health-month#comments-listing) ![One red heart love shape hand exercise ball with medical doctor physician's stethoscope](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heart-health.jpg?width=1240&name=heart-health.jpg "One red heart love shape hand exercise ball with medical doctor physician's stethoscope") Heart health is one of the most important of all health subjects around the world. That's why we believe it is so important to raise awareness of heart health, and this is especially true during February, which is **American Heart Health Month**. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/raising-awareness-american-heart-health-month) [Heart Health](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-health) ## [How to Cough and Sneeze After Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/how-to-cough-and-sneeze-after-heart-surgery) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Jan 29, 2020 9:53:47 AM [1 Comment](https://blog.hearthugger.com/how-to-cough-and-sneeze-after-heart-surgery#comments-listing) ![Man coughing into his fist, isolated on a gray background](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/coughing-man.jpg?width=1240&name=coughing-man.jpg "Man coughing into his fist, isolated on a gray background") You probably never thought you'd have to look up "how to cough and sneeze," but the truth is that these simple, everyday actions can get a little more complicated after heart surgery. Here's everything you need to know, plus a few extra tips to keep you healthy and comfortable. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/how-to-cough-and-sneeze-after-heart-surgery) [Heart Surgery Recovery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-surgery-recovery) [After Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/after-heart-surgery) ## [What to Pack For Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/what-to-pack-for-heart-surgery) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Jan 17, 2020 9:35:47 AM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/what-to-pack-for-heart-surgery#comments-listing) ![closeup of woman's hands clipping the straps of a packed suitcase, packing concept](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/packing-suitcase.jpg?width=1240&name=packing-suitcase.jpg "closeup of woman's hands clipping the straps of a packed suitcase, packing concept") As a heart surgery patient, you have a lot to think about, so don't let a packing list be something that stresses you out. Instead, use this handy checklist to get ready well ahead of time and feel comfortable, calm, and prepared on the way to the hospital. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/what-to-pack-for-heart-surgery) [Preparing for Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/preparing-for-heart-surgery) ## [How Long Is Open Heart Surgery Recovery?](https://blog.hearthugger.com/open-heart-surgery-recovery-time) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Jan 6, 2020 8:17:17 AM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/open-heart-surgery-recovery-time#comments-listing) ![doctor-patient-recovery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/doctor-patient-recovery.jpg?width=1240&name=doctor-patient-recovery.jpg "doctor-patient-recovery") There are all kinds of things to learn, know, and understand before open-heart surgery. Perhaps one of the most important is how long your recovery might take, but the truth is that there's no single answer. Read on to find out how to calculate open-heart surgery recovery time. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/open-heart-surgery-recovery-time) [Heart Surgery Recovery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-surgery-recovery) [After Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/after-heart-surgery) ## [Common Complications After Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/heart-surgery-recovery-complications) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Dec 10, 2019 12:03:51 PM [1 Comment](https://blog.hearthugger.com/heart-surgery-recovery-complications#comments-listing) ![Doctor and senior male patient discussing complications and risks in hospital room](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/doctor-patient.jpg?width=1240&name=doctor-patient.jpg "Doctor and senior male patient discussing complications and risks in hospital room") Heart surgery is an intensive process. While you can trust your doctors to take good care of you, it's still important to know and understand the complications that might occur. Here is a quick list of complications that may occur after heart surgery, and what you can do to limit your risk. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/heart-surgery-recovery-complications) [Heart Surgery Recovery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/heart-surgery-recovery) [After Heart Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/after-heart-surgery) ## [Breathing After Surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/breathing-after-surgery) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Nov 26, 2019 4:30:00 AM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/breathing-after-surgery#comments-listing) ![breathing after surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/breathing%20after%20surgery.jpg?width=1240&name=breathing%20after%20surgery.jpg "breathing after surgery") When you think about what makes you *you*, what is it that first comes to mind? Is it your physical features, like the specific shade of your eyes that you've never seen mimicked anywhere else? Is it a special skill? Is it some complex combination of the books you've read, the songs you've heard, the people you've met, and the things you've done? Whatever comes to mind when you think about yourself as an individual, it's likely not the simple yet incredibly important act of breathing. Breathing is an important part of every life, yet it is often overlooked as an automatic and unnoticed detail--but after surgery, that can all change. - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/breathing-after-surgery) [Postoperative Care](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/postoperative-care) ## [Why Wear a Postoperative Bra?](https://blog.hearthugger.com/why-wear-a-postoperative-bra) Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Nov 14, 2019 9:43:03 AM [0 Comments](https://blog.hearthugger.com/why-wear-a-postoperative-bra#comments-listing) ![close up of woman wearing support bra after surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/postoperative-bra.jpg?width=1240&name=postoperative-bra.jpg "close up of woman wearing support bra after surgery") No matter what kind of chest operation you're having, a [postoperative bra](https://blog.hearthugger.com/choosing-right-post-operative-bra) can help make the healing process easier, faster, and more comfortable. Read on to find out precisely what this simple but powerful garment can do for you! - [Read More](https://blog.hearthugger.com/why-wear-a-postoperative-bra) [Postoperative Bra](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/postoperative-bra) [Postoperative Care](https://blog.hearthugger.com/topic/postoperative-care) [Prev](https://blog.hearthugger.com/page/4) [Next](https://blog.hearthugger.com/page/6) - Recent - Popular - Tags - [Heart Surgery Recovery (22)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/heart-surgery-recovery) - [After Heart Surgery (16)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/after-heart-surgery) - [Postoperative Care (15)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/postoperative-care) - [Heart Health (12)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/heart-health) - [Sternum Stabilization (9)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/sternum-stabilization) - [Caring for Patients (8)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/caring-for-patients) - [cardiac rehab (7)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/cardiac-rehab) - [Sternal Dehiscence (6)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/sternal-dehiscence) - [Preparing for Heart Surgery (5)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/preparing-for-heart-surgery) - [Respiratory Splinting (4)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/respiratory-splinting) - [Postoperative Bra (3)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/postoperative-bra) - [sternotomy (3)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/sternotomy) - [Heart Healthy Diet (2)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/heart-healthy-diet) - [Managing Pain After Heart Surgery (2)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/managing-pain-after-heart-surgery) - [Support Device (2)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/support-device) - [Hospital Safety (1)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/hospital-safety) - [Patient Safety (1)](https://blog.hearthugger.com/tag/patient-safety) see all ©2018  General Cardiac Technology, Inc. 6489 Camden Ave Suite 106 San Jose CA 95120 800.798.2667 Phone 408.395.2100 (outside the U.S) Fax: 408.395.2113 powered by Tribute Media [a web marketing agency](https://www.tributemedia.com) | [login](https://www.hearthugger.com/user) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/hearthugger) - [Twitter](https://twitter.com/Heart_Hugger) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/heart-hugger) [Top](https://blog.hearthugger.com/page/5#top)