You can make your recovery at home go a lot smoother if you take a little time to plan ahead. Ask your doctor what you won’t be able to do at first while you’re healing up, and get help from friends and family to prepare your living space.
How can I stay safe at home?
You need to be careful about falling after an operation. “People get dizzy because they haven’t eaten for a few days and from being in bed,” says Frederick L. Greene, MD, a surgeon in Charlotte, NC.
You may need to get a walker or crutches to cut down your risk of a spill. Also try these tips to avoid stumbling:
- Sleep in a bedroom near a bathroom.
- Place night lights in hallways.
- Get rid of the clutter in your home.
- Wear flat shoes or slippers.
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