• Do I need a wheelchair after spine surgery?

I am a 49 year old male. I will have spine surgery soon. Do I need a wheelchair after spine surgery?

5 Answers

  • Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care
  • Wichita Falls, TX

Generally you shouldn't unless specified by your spine surgeon. Good luck.
Thanks.

  • Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Marietta, GA

Most likely if you are not in a wheelchair before surgery, you will not need one after. Most times, physical therapist work with patients post op to make sure they are safe to walk when they are discharged.

  • Orthopedist
  • San Antonio, Texas

Not likely. Depending on the type of "spine surgery" performed, a brace may be recommended, but not likely a wheelchair.

  • Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
  • LOS ANGELES, CA

If you did not use a wheelchair prior to spine surgery, there is no reason why you would need one after spine surgery, unless something went seriously wrong which is extremely rare.

  • Orthopedist
  • Sugar Land, TX

Patients after spinal surgery usually do not need a wheelchair after the operation. In fact, most patients are expected to ambulate out of bed after their operations. You might need to wear a brace dependent on the type of your operation such as spine fusion.

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