Stairs post op

[GetInMyBelly 80]

I live in a four story walk up... Is it painful post op to go up n down stairs?? Thank u

[DoOver 17]

Everyone is different but I didn't have an issue with stairs. The only issue I had for about 3 to 4 days was getting out of bed in the morning. That sort of roll and pull up movement was ouchy. Other than than, anything else was mild.

I should add I live in a two story house. There are about 16 stairs to get to my bedroom. I did take it slow and careful. Hopefully you'll have supplies so that after you are home, you won't have to go out for that first 3 or 4 days while you are getting past the first days when you would be most tender.

[KellyL 173]

Everyones recovery and pain level is so different post-op but I didn't have problems with my stairs in my home. It wasn't 4 stories either. But just take it easy and be careful. Have all your supplies and liquids and everything in your home before surgery so you won't have to worry about going up and down for a while, and if you do need something, maybe a friend or family member can assist.

Good luck!

[Jinjin 21]

I also have stairs in my home and it was a concern of mine so I brought it up to my surgeon. He actually encouraged me before I left the hospital to walk my stairs as part of my walking routine. He said it helps out alot more w- preventing blood clots because your using all movements in your legs.. Anyway walked my stairs and had no problems at all. Like mentioned above, it was getting in and out of bed that sucked..

[GetInMyBelly 80]

Thank you that info helped ease my worries. :0)

[RickM 1,747]

As jinjin noted, if it's something that you're used to, that helps a lot, But this is certainly something to bring up with the surgeon's staff. As with many things involving the immediate postop period, there can be a wide variety of responses and outcomes. The best thing we can do is to hope for the best, but plan for the worst. Is there an alternate place with easier access where you can stay for a few days if things work out on the less rosy side - friends, relatives, hotel? It's always good to have a backup plan that you hopefully don't have to use.