Good Morning,
Your big day is drawing near and you'll soon be on the healing side. I'm excited for you, you're going to love the result this amazing surgery delivers.
My OS releases patients to drive as long as they're off heavy narcotics. I'd say the average person drives around the 3-4 week mark (post op) from what I read daily. Some wait longer. I was released to drive at my first post op appointment which was three weeks, after THR. I waited another week, only by choice and not needing to drive.
My OS didn't impose any restrictions other than to move slowly and if anything hurt, stop. I never had a problem getting into, or out of the car. The only concern you need is to have is the reassurance you're comfortable hitting the brake which can be practiced beforehand if you live in a neighborhood with low traffic. Otherwise, have someone take you to an empty parking lot for a trial run. As you can imagine, it's no big deal and a great feeling and milestone to regain that independence.
Following is a video on acccessing your vehicle. If you find it difficult, place a large trash bag on the seat which allows you to swivel forward facing (windshield) with relative ease. I used this helpful hint on my ride home from the surgery center. Works like a charm.
http://bonesmart.org/forum/threads/thr-getting-into-and-out-of-bed-bath-and-car.36912/
You'll be out on the big bad road driving with confidence in no time.
Wishing you comfort as you await next Wednesday. Stay in touch, we'd love to follow your journey.
@SelfHelp