My surgery is scheduled for 8/3 and we had previously booked a vacation rental August 9th about 3 hours from our home. I wouldn't be driving and we would be stopping every hour to stretch. Once there I would be in full relaxation/recovery mode. Also there is a hospital about 20 minutes from the house. Does this seem feasable? Has anyone else had to travel that soon after surgery? I can stay home if needed... feedback would be great

Edited July 23, 201511 yr by kmoeko

I would talk to your surgeon's office. You would probably be ok, but might be a bit uncomfortable. I drove myself to my 1 week visit and it was 45 minutes away. It wasn't bad, but I was tired!

I took a 3 driving hour trip about a week after surgey. It was ok. I didn't drive of course, and I had to wear the belly wrap, and we had to stop a time or two more than usual, but there were not complications. Everyone is diifferent though, some heal quicker than others. I would ask your surgeon and then wait and see how you feel that day. If you decide to go, I would suggest taking the belly wrap and your pain meds just in case, and maybe a memory foam pillow.

We drove home 2 days after my surgery. 4 hour trip. We stopped every hour (once we got out of the city) so I could walk a bit and move around.

Of course I was tired but I slept a big part of the way.

I don't see any problem with your trip. Keep your water bottle close and sip on a protein drink.

I really don't think it will be a problem. I was back to work a week after surgery. Just listen to your body and don't be tempted to eat things you shouldn't.