How soon is too soon for a road trip?

[Rosalynn 8]

3 days after my surgery date my husband & I need to take the kids to their week long summer camp 3 hr. Away. My husband can do the trip on his own, but things run smoother when moms are around. But is a 6 hr. round Road trip to much just 3 days out?

[njgal 535]

Good luck with that and let us know what you do?

[jrmoseley 101]

I hasd a laparoscopic hysterectomy a few years back, and 3 weeks later decided to make a 3 1/2 hour trip with my husband to a work conference. I figured it would be nice to relax by the pool. Big mistake! Even on smooth roads at interstate speed, the vibrations really did a number on my insides, and I was in a lot of pain for over 24 hours.

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[Babsbeh 3]

I would stay home that close to surgery. As long as your husband can do it

[memabock 28]

If you go anywhere pack your own cooler with drinks, Protein Shakes or Protein clear to help stay hydrated! Don't drink fast though

[Heatherrenee5811 1]

If you do go make sure you get out and walk every hour. You're susceptible for a blot clot and not moving around for hours is a risk.

[lisamd 1]

My surgery is this Monday October 16 and the hospital is 7 hrs from my home. The mayo Clinic Dr told me no driving for at least 3 weeks and on trip home (son driving me) get out and walk for 15 to 20 minutes every hour because of blood clots. He said to take his advice very seriously

[jls99660 11]

My surgeon instructed me NO TRAVEL for 30 days - and repeated this multiple times. I live in a large city, so I'm not sure how far that restriction extends. My niece is hosting Thanksgiving at her house and lives one hour away. I'll see him before that time and ask. I went to the grocery store to get in my walking this past week - it wasn't far from the house and I thought if I have an issue, I'd be in a public place. I like to take Sunday drives, so this is a change. I am erring on the side of caution here. I don't want to set anything back on my recovery.