[Kim]

Wanted to add a couple of things here that helped me out when I had my fusion last year. The back brace was real scratchy and uncomfortable against the skin Someonee suggested a camisole under it I went and bought the mens tank tee shirts and used those under the brace the soft cotton did not aggravate my tummy and helped keep me from being scratched by the brace.
I also took a couple of like real loose fitting sleeveless cotton dresses that I could just slip on and off Bending to put pants on is a pain the first couple of days so this was easier for me Also even on the elastic pants they would rub my abdominal incision which was real sensetive so it stopped that as well.
I know some folks here have gotten the raised toilet seats and swore by them I didnt have one and did fine without it but something to think about. One thing I wish I had and did not was a shower chair for when I got home it was a big deal to get in and out of the tub
Good luck to you