Ask-a-Doc: What About My Current Medications?
Discover crucial insights on managing your medications pre-surgery from Dr. Michael Morris at JIS Orthopedics. Learn what to stop, when, and what to take.
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When Can I Start Driving Again After Surgery?
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Transcript:
Hello, I’m Dr. Derek Snook.
The most important thing to consider when wondering when you can drive after surgery is the safety of you and others.
There are some studies that have shown that it is somewhere between 1 and 2 weeks for the effects of anesthesia to completely wear off. There are other circumstances that are also important, such as whether or not you’re taking pain medications.
As far as your ability to drive, I would say most patients have the ability to drive as long as they meet other criteria within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.
If you would like to know more about driving after your surgery, contact us at JIS Orthopedics. Our specialists in New Albany and St. Clairsville, Ohio, can give you the answers you are looking for. Schedule a visit with us today!
Ask-a-Doc: Will I Need Crutches or a Walker?
Discover post-surgery mobility insights from Dr. Derek Snook. Learn about crutches vs. walkers for spinal fusion patients at JIS Orthopedics in New Albany, OH.
Ask-a-Doc : What Tests Do I Need Prior to My Surgery?
Get ready for surgery with confidence! Discover the essential tests you need beforehand from our Ask-a-Doc series at JIS Orthopedics in New Albany, Ohio.
