Traveling?

[kraney 219]

I am scheduled for surgery 3/14. I previously committed to attending a function 2 weeks after surgery. it will be a 6 hour drive and I will be there for about four days. I am traveling by vehicle and just wondering if anyone has traveled that soon after surgery? Any tips on traveling? I'm not worried about attending the function itself as I can rest in a room whenever needed. Plus I will have a refrigerator available for my use for Protein Drinks, etc. I am more worried about the drive itself. :/

[Nicole K 352]

Just make frequent stops to walk around. You don't want blood clots to form in legs. Good luck!

DOS 12/17/12

[worm2872 635]

Six hour is a long time in a car. I know I did two back to back four hour trips about two months out and I worn out afterwards. Also, be very careful getting in and out of the car. The twisting motion can pull at your wounds (Internal and external). Personally, I don't think I would do it but it each person after surgery is different. Wish you the best.

[snow25 188]

I started back work at 2 weeks post op and felt fine. I was tired that first week. Are you driving by yourself or with others? I think you'll have no problems, especially if you can take naps on the way. Good luck with surgery!

[kraney 219]

Thanks for the replies! I think I will be ok my husband is driving. I am just helping my parents out at a navy reunion.... So I can go rest at anytime. Planning on asking doctor ahead of time for extra pain pills for the ride!