Just had surgery - which rides should I avoid?

[NeverbeenB4]

Ouch! I had my gallbladder out 2 weeks ago (laparotomy, fortunately). I still can't take anything pressing on any of the 4 incisions. Will I be able to tolerate any rides? I am wondering about seat belts and G-forces. What should I avoid? Thank you.

 

[Cheshire Figment]

Just under six months ago I had a kidney removed. That and your operation are fairly similar (major!). What my doctor warned me was for six months I should not go on any attractions which have signs which warn against people with heart condition, bad back, or pregnancy riding. I figured that after three or four months I would be okay, but I have managed to hold off even though I have had two trips to WDW and one to DL since the operation. However, I am going again on the 30th, and December 1 will be one day past the six month limit. Also, I am seeing my surgeon this Friday, and will be sure to actually get clearance from him before I do any such attractions.

 

[cheryldionne]

I've gone twice now after major abdominal surgeries. The last time was in October just less than 4 weeks after the surgery. I found Space Mountain to be the most uncomfortable although still tolerable while wearing a binder to help support the muscles of the abdomen. Rock and Roller Coaster is smoother but the g-forces are there and can cause some discomfort. Thunder Mountain is another to be cautious on. Star Wars was a surprise for me, it had quite a lot of jerking around which would be uncomfortable for a sore tummy. Check with your doctor for any restrictions. I rode everything there is at WDW and Universal IOA and did fine but it wasn't necessarily comfortable all the time. Watch the amount of walking and the awkwardness of getting on and off the rides to pull at the muscles somewhat as well. I did wear the binder a fair amount and I think it helped. Have fun!

 

[Jordan's MOM]

A few years ago I had major abdominal surgery.A few weeks after the surgery I went with my husband to a profesional basket ball game. I could not belive how quickly my energy left me. We had seats at the floor level and I did not think I could walk back up the stairs to the exit. You might want to take a lower energy level into account also as you make your plans. Have a great trip. You dseserve it.
Jordan's mom

 

[SueM in MN]

as Cheshire Figment mentioned, the rides that have the most movement and G forces do have warnings on them. There is a little icon (sort of a red triangle) warning which rides are likely to cause a problem. Those are also the rides that have belts, bars or something else to leep you in place.
I agree with getting an OK from your doctor before going on anything except the most tame rides.
You might also want to look into renting a wheelchair or ecv to help conserve your energy. You can rent them at the parks, first come, first served. Or, if you think you will need one more than occasionally, you can rent one from an off site rental place. Here is info on how to contact them:
CARE Medical Equipment - 1-800-741-2282
www.caremedicalequipment.com

RANDY'S Mobility in Kissimmee 407-892-4777
http://www.randysmobility.com/

Walker Medical - 1-800-334-9501
www.walkermobility.com

Colonial Medical
http://www.colonialmed.com/about_cms.html
The off site places will deliver and pick up ecvs and wheelchairs from your resort. You can even call and get one after you have checked in if you decide you would be better off with one. If you are staying on site, the buses do have lifts or ramps and tiedowns to carry wheelchairs or ecvs.