When They Say Walk Walk Walk... How Much?

[WLJourneyJ 89]

Ow much should I be trying for after surgery? 10

Laps a day? 2? What's normal?

[cissiesue 119]

I would just walk the halls when I had gas that wouldn't move. I honestly didnt think I walked all that much, but every one is different and there isnt a set amount of walking, just what you feel like you need!

[smileen 17]

When I was waking from surgery the assist. told me to use the spirometer every 30min. to keep from getting pnuemonia and walk as much as possible to keep from getting a blood clot, blood clot! scared the poop outta me so I walked as much as I could from day one wasn't that much I walked on treadmil slowly at first 10 min. in morning and 10 min in evening also great for getting gas out.

[Melissa Kirk 0]

Our surgeon is wanting us to be up to 2 miles 3 times a week by our 3 week post-op appointment.

[cantwaittolose 163]

So I have a silly question...while walking uphill will tire me out quicker...will it cause pain?...I'm afraid to exert myself too much immediately following surgery. I live at the top of a hill...I'm thinking I'll have to drive to get to flat area...or join gym for treadmill. While I'm on the topic of driving...how long before I can drive?...right away?