Walking promotes blood flow of oxygen throughout the body while maintaining normal breathing functions. Ambulation stimulates circulation which can help stop the development of stroke-causing blood clots.

What are the benefits of early ambulation?

The benefits of early ambulation are clear. Physical activity strengthens joints and muscles, and movement is associated with shorter hospital stays. A 2014 study linked early mobility to shorter hospitalizations for knee arthroplasty (replacement) patients.

What does early ambulation prevent?

First, moving and ambulation help prevent blood clots like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and a pulmonary embolism (PE) from developing. These are potentially fatal, but early ambulation after surgery can significantly decrease one's risk.