Almost there!

[Lorraine_2013 11]

My surgery is Tuesday! I'm scared to death and so excited. Any good advice??

[JustSayMoe 163]

The single most important thing is to walk as soon as you are stable enough on your feet. It makes a world of difference. That and don't be afraid to fart and belch. Gas is 95% of your problems immediately post-op.

[dcrodriguez 4]

I got my surgery the 15th and I'd agree... Walk often but know your limits. I started off trying to walk 10 laps and wound up causing more pain. I realized walking 2 laps around the floor every hour was easier and tolerable.

[JustSayMoe 163]

I got my surgery the 15th and I'd agree... Walk often but know your limits. I started off trying to walk 10 laps and wound up causing more pain. I realized walking 2 laps around the floor every hour was easier and tolerable.

Yeah that's about right. I was doing 2-3 laps every hour or hour and a half. I definitely knew the next morning when I woke up. I wasn't sore from walking , but I did have a fair amount of gas buildup overnight. That first walk of the morning helped a lot.

[JProx 161]

GOD BLESS and PRAYERS!!

[danelle235 79]

I was terrified, but it's all good! Be brave - You got this!!!! Your new life awaits!!