Question:
I live in an upstairs appartment , will I be able to climb the stairs after sugery

   — Mona K. (posted on November 22, 2000)

November 22, 2000
Greetings Mona, My surgeon covered this....I havnt had my surgery yet but...heres what he said. You will be able to climb stairs but limit it to 3 times a day if possible. When climbing the stairs, use the one foot up and bring the other to the same step routine. Go slow and move deliberately. If you feel a need to rest sit down on the stairs or lean on the railing or wall...IF you are on pain meds or feel dizzy or lightheaded, be extremely careful and climb them only when absolutely necessary. Thats what he said...LOL Be Well and have a wonderful holiday!!
   — Tracy L.

November 22, 2000
Hi Mona, I had my surgery on 2/28/2000. I too live on the second floor when I got home from the hospital I just took one step at a time Anytime I went down or up the stairs I jsut took my time, once 3-4 weeks goes by it no problem at all. Best of Luck to you
   — Eileen B.