Ok, I have let a new worry enter my every thought! Ha! BLOOD CLOTS. My question is this, When is a person "out of the woods" with them? I know that's why they want you to get up and start moving as soon a possible but at what point is it not a concern anymore? One week later? As long as a month later? Also, is there anyway to know if you may have one or is it one minute your fine and then..... Well, please let me know what you know? Haaaa! Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!! XOXO

I really think it is more that you start moving the risk of blood clots are really high in patients that don't move. As long as the doc gave you blood thinners you should be fine. I think they scare you more to keep you motivated to move and heal. I never had or don't know anyone who has had blood clots. So I guess I am not a qualified person to answer the question. I feel that doctor have done studies on these things and they should have the statistics for you. You probably can find a lot more information on line about the time frame though..

My surgeon requires you to give yourself an injection of Arixtra everyday for 7 days post op. It was 500 dollars for 8 single dose, prefilled syringes. I have heard some surgeons require an injection of blood thinner for up to a month. Some require nothing after surgery. As we know each surgeon is different.

Good luck!!!

Deb

Blood clots are a real danger after any surgery, but I think I've only seen one person here who had them. I believe you are out of the woods after a month, but double check with your surgeon. I think the risks also change depending on other factors, such as whether you smoke, your age, and your weight.

I had anti-coagulants for 4 weeks after surgery. My BMI was 30 when I had my op and I have no mobility problems.

I will have to give myself the injections for 10 days after surgery according to my doctor's office.