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Had extensive foot surgery non-weight-bearing for six weeks on that foot. house has ceramic tile & hardwood. About 1/2” lip from tile to hardwood.
thank you.

The surgeon who performed the surgery should really be advising you on what adaptive equipment the person should use. The surgeon or PCP can also prescribe a PT to come out to the house to suggest modifications to the house.
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Tryinigtodo1 Apr 18, 2026
Thank you. Yes, surgeon, others & PT, OC, practiced while in hospital.
PT is coming to do an evaluation next week. Thanks, again Brandee.
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I think you haven't left any alternative here. Did the person go to rehab? If so, what did they have them using?
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A wheelchair sounds like the safest way for him to get around. But beware of
the legs becoming weak from non-use. Do exercises recommended by PT.

Take advantage of in-patient rehab before coming home, and the PT and OT will be able to recommend what equipment should be used.
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This doesn't sound safe at all. This person should be using a wheelchair and I am very worried about non weight bearing transfers to toilet, etc. Is he otherwise strong and healthy with strong arms? 300 lbs is pretty heavy. Did he go to rehab.? He may still be able to go to rehab under Medicare. He may need a respite stay in a SNF until weightbearing restrictions are lifted. There will be multiple caregivers to assist with transfers. They can get PT in the facility. May have to have private pay for a few weeks. The dr does the surgery, but could care less how the patient will get around. Trust me, I have learned this in 40 years as a PT.
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Are they using a heavy-duty or bariatric knee scooter, which accommodates patients up to 300-ish lbs. After that, maybe a "rascal"-type motorized scooter?
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