What to Bring From Overseas for Recovery
If you're flying in to help a parent through surgery recovery or rehab, some things genuinely are better sourced overseas than bought in India last-minute — better ergonomics, a brand you already trust, or just easier to find. Tick what you're packing; a few items need the surgeon's sign-off first, marked clearly below.
India's mains power is 230V — most electronic health devices bought in Australia, the UK, the US or Singapore will need a plug adapter, and it's worth double-checking the device itself is rated for 220-240V (most modern medical electronics are dual-voltage, but confirm before travelling rather than after). Pack spare charging cables — replacements for a specific brand's monitor or TENS unit aren't always easy to find locally.
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For anything bigger you'll source locally instead.
What to pack for the hospital stay itself.
General guidance only, not medical advice. What's actually useful depends entirely on the specific surgery and the surgeon's own protocol. Items marked "Check with the surgeon first" should not be bought or used without that conversation — some, like cervical traction, can be wrong for certain procedures.