After lumbar fusion surgery, it is recommended to sit up gradually for 2 to 3 months after surgery, until then it is recommended to stay in bed as much as possible.
After lumbar fusion surgery, it is generally recommended to stay in bed as long as possible for the first 2 to 3 months after surgery. If you want to sit up, you need to sit up slowly with the bed elevated under the care of family members and wear a good waist cuff. Avoid too much movement to prevent re-injury of the operation site.
This is because the lying position minimizes the stress on the lumbar spine, which is conducive to the healing of the surgical site. However, it is important to note that during the period of bed rest, rehabilitation exercises should also be carried out under the guidance of the doctor. The main exercise is the exercise of lung function and isometric contraction exercise of lower limb muscles, which can prevent lung infection and lower limb thrombosis.