My To-Do List Before Spine Surgery
The Week Before Surgery
- Did I clean my house and remove any trip hazards?
- Did I plan for someone to get my mail and care for my pets after surgery?
- Did I take things down from shelves and put them within easy reach?
Day Before Surgery
- Did I take 3 doses (1000mg) of acetaminophen throughout the day?
- Did I do my antiseptic wash (Hibiclens)?
- Did I stop eating after midnight? (Only clear liquids until leaving the house!)
- Did I pack for the hospital? (Loose clothing, ID, Insurance, list of current medications, phone charger- leave at home all valuables, jewelry, meds)
- Did I prepare my home for after surgery? (Remove trip hazards, do laundry, remove throw rugs)
- Do I have someone to help me at home for the first 24 hours?
Morning of Surgery
- Last antiseptic wash (Hibiclens).
- Only clear liquids until you leave your home.