Depends on: The type of surgery and the needed post op care. Some conditions do not require non weight bearing status. In those cases , crutches can reduce the load and givve balance while healing. Other surgeries may require no weight bearing and only one leg should be done at a time.
Answered 7/26/2013
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bilateral surgery : That can be difficult. There are crutches even wheelchairs for this need. It is a doable thing , though . I usually recommend one side at a time , but sometimes life doesn't allow that. Your surgeon will also guide you - speak freely and ask questions. God luck.
Answered 10/23/2013
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