Hi Martha,
Welcome to the forum. I think that 3 weeks post op is awfully early and by the looks of things, you're pushing it a little. Though I realize that as a mother there are things you just must do but bending to do laundry which involved twisting too is probably too much to ask of yourself right now. I'm also surprised that you have permission to drive yet.
One common thread throughout all back surgeries is that slow and easy wins the game. Pushing yourself serves a negative purpose and though you may claim that you have no choice, the alternative may be worse. I suggest you slow down and right now. This healing process takes months if no a full year or even more, and that's without complications. It's also a roller coaster ride with both good and bad days, however I fear more bad days are in store for you if you don't take extreme care.
Good luck to you, Dale
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3 level Prodisc adr S1-L3, Oct 12, 2005
Dr. B in Bogen, Germany
Severe nerve damage in left leg, still working on it
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