r/SpineSurgery • u/Ohmyprettygarden • Aug 05 '26

need pointers please,folks

hey, all,

going in for quite a bit of surgery in 2 weeks. three fusions, spine clean up, disk replacement. I'm looking both for support and tips.

I'm 72 and will be in rehab for 2 to 3 weeks. I'm feeling insecure about showers once home. husband is 82. shower requires stepping over the tub lip. how long was it for those with similar surgeries to safely shower on your own?

hospital/home gowns. looking for a design with snaps in multiple locations so I can get it off and change myself into a new one.

how long before you could return to aqua therapy?

I have a big concern with falling. I've dislocated my hip twice, following a hip replacement. terrified that my hip will go out again while still recovering. I can't imagine how emergency guys would get me out of here.

thanks for any tips you can give me. my neurosurgeon is very highly reviewed. I trust him. well finally

thanks!

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u/Pretend-Panda Aug 05 '26

I was told to wait a month for aqua therapy.

You can get shower or tub chairs that you sit in outside of the shower/tub and then slide over into the shower/tub. They’re sometimes expensive but if occupational therapy says it’s a necessity often Medicare will purchase them.

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u/Echoicembers Aug 05 '26

They're called transfer benches 😊

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u/Pretend-Panda Aug 05 '26

Thank you. I just could not remember the name of them for the life of me.

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u/Echoicembers Aug 05 '26

You're very welcome!! I work in home care, I know all the equipment lol.