Spend half of the day reclined in bed or in a recliner.
May ride in a vehicle as a passenger, but no driving and no extended road trips. Keep the time in the car less than 20 minutes.
Walk around in your home on a smooth, flat surface. Try to be ambulating half of the day.
You may stair climb with assistance.
Do not lift anything heavier than 10 pounds.
Take pain medication as directed, don’t try to “tough it out.” You will heal quicker if you feel better.