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What precautions should be taken during spinal fusion?

---Do NOT bend or twist at the waist. Always bend with your knees! ---Limit your sitting to 20-30 minute intervals at a time to avoid muscular discomfort. ---During the healing process in the first few weeks after surgery, you will likely tire more easily and will need to rest between activities.

How can I help someone with spinal surgery?

Helping After Spine Surgery See if they need help with errands, like grocery shopping or other tasks that require driving. See if they need any help changing surgical dressings or monitoring the surgical site for infection. Encourage the person to stick to their physical therapy and medication guidelines.

How many days rest is needed after spine surgery?

If you had spinal fusion, you will probably be off work for 4 to 6 weeks if you are young and healthy and your job is not very strenuous. It may take up to 4 to 6 months for older people with more extensive surgery to get back to work. The length of recovery also depends on how bad your condition was before surgery.

Can you stay alone after back surgery?

Arrange For Someone To Care For You If you live alone, please have a family member or friend take care of you during the first few days and weeks into your recovery. If no one is available, talk to Dr. Mark Giovanini about coordinating home health care services during vulnerable parts of your recovery.

What is the aftercare for spinal surgery?

Avoid strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, until your doctor says it is okay. Do not drive for 2 to 4 weeks after your surgery or until your doctor says it is okay. Avoid riding in a car for more than 30 minutes at a time for 2 to 4 weeks after surgery.

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What precautions should you take after spine surgery?

Please do not do any strenuous activities, including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling. Climb stairs based on your comfort level. Take frequent short walks every day, gradually increasing your distance every day. If you have questions about post-op activities, please contact your surgical team.

What are lumbar spinal precautions?

Following Lumbar Surgery. ✓ Do not twist your trunk. ✓ Keep your shoulders and hips lined up. Avoid Pushing and Pulling. ✓ Dont pull yourself out of bed or allow someone else to pull you up.

How do you take care of someone after spine surgery?

Plan to rest for the first 24-48 hours following discharge from the hospital. Avoid excessive bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, or lifting more than 5 pounds. Walk twice a day for 30 minutes using a walker or cane as needed.

What kind of care do you need after back surgery?

Use heat and ice. Alternating heat and ice packs on your back can help ease your pain, but be careful not to get the site of the surgery wet until you are cleared by your doctor to do so. Take pain medication. Your doctor will prescribe you medication to take after your surgery and recommend over-the-counter options.

What not to do after spine surgery?

Avoid strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, until your doctor says it is okay. Do not drive for 2 to 4 weeks after your surgery or until your doctor says it is okay. Avoid riding in a car for more than 30 minutes at a time for 2 to 4 weeks after surgery.

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