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Lumbar fusion and then travel?
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Hi @karenoharmon - these are terrific questions about travel after a long fusion. I think others will have ideas and be interested to hear the input of other members.
I moved your post here to join in with others already discussing a similar topic:
- Lumbar fusion and then travel? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/lumbar-fusion-1/
Tagging a few others who may have some travel hacks and tips after having had a long fusion: @karenoharmon @bassetmom @aundreac @nlback22. @jenniferhunter also may have some thoughts on this.
As you've thought about your upcoming travel, kadeoh!, have any ideas for making things more comfortable for yourself come to you that you might share?
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@lisalucier Thank you so much! No knew ideas yet, but I'm packing once i hit send!
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@lisalucier @karenoharmon Travel is possible after a fusion. I asked these questions too because we drove to Mayo for my surgery and had a long drive back home. The big concern is to prevent falling after surgery and I was told to stop the car every 2 hours and get up and walk to prevent blood clots. The risk of blood clots after surgery could extend for a month and is worth asking about.
After major surgery, you’ll be tired and need naps. You won’t want to go sightseeing.