some assistance getting off attractions

[virk4]

After just having shoulder surgery, I am worried about being able to push up and out of a few attractions, like Mine Train, Space Mt, Test Track...etc. I will not be able to push with both hands.arms. Will cast members be able to help me? or are they perhaps not allowed to do that?

 

[AndyS2992]

Cast Members are not allowed to physically help you for example if one dropped you or hurt you by accident then you could sue and Disney wants to avoid that at all costs. Is there anyone in your party who could help?

 

[larryz]

My general rule is to never give, seek or accept medical advice on Disney fan forums, but in this case, I'd suggest checking with your doctor before even scheduling a trip to WDW. Explain what you expect to be doing, including your entry/exit from ride vehicles. Your doctor will give you the advice you need to hear.

 

[ninjaprincesst]

My experience with my Dad who is handicapped is, while they won't for example pick a handicapped child up and put them on a ride, they will lend a hand getting on and off rides. My Dad has a rod in is back and has one leg amputated below the knee and they are always willing to help my mom and I give him a boost.

 

[marni1971]

Technically cast aren't allowed to physically assist as mentioned above. However it is worth mentioning your issue to the greeter and the grouper (cast at entrance and those who ask "how many" or assign you a vehicle) and also to mention it at unload to the cast member you first see. Depending on the attraction they may allow you to load / unload at a slower pace or put the ride into "creep" or "jog" mode to give you more time.

It's also worth calling by guest relations when you arrive and discussing your concerns with them.

 

[thomas998]

After just having shoulder surgery, I am worried about being able to push up and out of a few attractions, like Mine Train, Space Mt, Test Track...etc. I will not be able to push with both hands.arms. Will cast members be able to help me? or are they perhaps not allowed to do that?

Honestly if I just had surgery on my shoulder I wouldn't be riding Space Mountain or Test Track... both of those rides can shift you around pretty abruptly and the likelihood of experiencing some pretty severe pain in a tender shoulder you just had operated on is probably pretty high. Not having a clue what kind of surgery you had or what was repaired I've not going to say you would re-injure yourself, but I would be very careful about getting on rides that are likely to make you scream in agony.

 

[rob0519]

Just my opinion, but Space Mountain after shoulder surgery does not seem like a great idea. It is one of the roughest rides in any of the parks and one of the tightest vehicles for in and out access. I would check with your surgeon and get his opinion though.

 

[virk4]

Just my opinion, but Space Mountain after shoulder surgery does not seem like a great idea. It is one of the roughest rides in any of the parks and one of the tightest vehicles for in and out access. I would check with your surgeon and get his opinion though.

 

[virk4]

Thank you all for your comments...very helpful.