Flying 3 weeks post surgery - advice?

I wanted to see what advice you have for traveling, particularly soon after surgery.

I am considering getting a wheelchair for my stopover in Denver as it is a HUGE airport and I will have an hour to transfer.  I am sure the walking would be good for me, but I will be doing that getting to my first flight and then at my final destination.

TIA!

 I flew to Florida for the holidays (Surgery 12/5; flew out on 12/23).  Atlanta was a bit of a challenge, but I took my time.  If I have a tight stop over/plane change, I would have requested a wheelchair escort - but I did not need it.  Walk, walk, walk.  My dr told me to stand up every hour or so on the plan and walk just a little - which I did.

Have fun and take care of yourself!

I fly every week for work.  I started by travelling 2 weeks after my surgery and didn't have really any problems.  I carry on my luggage, so I boarded the plane with the "pre-boards" which is for people who need extra time boarding the plane.  I just talked with the gate agents and told them that I recently had surgery and that was all.  I had the flight attendants help me with my bags.

As far as catching your connection, you shouldn't have too hard of a problem walking, but i wouldn't pu**** too hard.  An hour should be plenty of time, but if you find yourself in any kind of a rush, definitely just ask for assistance with a wheelchair to get from gate to gate.

It shouldn't be a bad experience at all, if my experience is any indication.  Just don't push yourself and don't be afraid to ask for any assistance that is needed.

I flew home 4 days post op, and didn't have any problems at airport terminal change. Did not need wheelchair. I flew on vacation 4 weeks post op and was more then fine flying.  However each person has there own recovery period, some tolerate meds/ pain/ exercise differently. I had no complications post surgery.

Thanks for your input!  I am feeling much better about it now :)