A member asked:

Told that 11 year daughter needs lat. release arthiscopy. how soon after surgery and pt can she fly - we live abroad and 2 long haul flights from usa?

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2-3 weeks: She should be able to manage a long flight a couple of weeks after the surgery. I would try to make arrangements with the airline for bulkhead seats to give her a little extra leg room. Also, make sure your pt person shows her motions to do with the affected leg in-flight to reduce stiffness and reduce chances of blood clots.

Answered 1/29/2014

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