Question:
I need any input or suggestions on how to strengthen my stamina...

...for standing and repositioning as well as walking I will need to do in the hospital. Any strength excercises or something to practice to inhance my ability to get myself up and out of the bed post-op. I know they will be support, but I really wandered was there anything pre-op that somebody had done thay made it easier on themselves or the hospital staff. I weigh over 400 pounds. Thanks!    — Kristee (posted on August 18, 2002)

August 18, 2002
Hi - I weighed 440 when I had surgery and found my husband to be a big help because I didn't mind really "heaving" up with him. However, I really came to rely on the trapeze bar they attached to the bed -- that little triangle that hangs above you. I never actually used the triangle, but used the bar all up and down the bed, it was sooooooo helpful. I don't think I could have moved much without it. It was a portable thing - once i was in my room, they just brought it in and attached it, so ask for one!
   — jen41766