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DO NOT put more weight on your operated leg than was allowed
while you were in the hospital. Do you know your "weight
bearing status?" If not, ask your doctor or therapist.
To sit:
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Back up until you
feel the chair against the back of your legs.
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Slide your operated
leg forward and lower yourself slowly into the
chair using armrests.
Try to sit in a chair
that has armrests. DO NOT sit in rocking chairs or
chairs with wheels
To stand:
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Scoot forward in the chair with your operated leg out in front of you.
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Use both arms to push yourself up to standing, then reach for the walker.
To walk:
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Keep your walker FLAT on the floor
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Other things to remember when using a walker:
DO NOT pivot too quickly. Take small steps and turn toward your strong leg.
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| DO NOT lift the walker off the floor. |
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| DO NOT pull up the walker when rising from sitting. |
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