Recovery questions

[Kel]

Hi. After researching the Lap Band, I'm sold. I've requested consultations with Dr. Ortiz' office and Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. I had thought I'd wait until December so that it would be easier to be off work. I own a business and am actively involved in all aspects of our practice. But after reading more about this, I'm so excited about the prospect of finally conquering this battle that I'd like to schedule this sooner. I live within 1.5 hours driving from either clinic.

So... I am wondering if you all who have been through this could give me an idea of your recovery time. I do not have a desk job per se, but there is a desk component since I am the owner. I run a pediatric clinic for children with autism so it's an active job involving some lifting (to the monkey bars, off slides, etc.) and kids who tend to be more unpredictable in their movements than typically developing kids. I could have one of the other therapists help me with the physical aspects, but am wondering what I might expect in terms of returning to at least my current energy level.

I actually had a breast reduction surgery 2 1/2 years ago and was completely off work for 2 weeks before returning gradually. Totally back to work after a month. Some days it was too much and I'd pay for it with swelling and fatigue.

Thanks for any info. Kelli

[chrissysdolphin]

Hi contrats on your decision. The clinic will let you know about how much you can lift but the recovery time is not bad. I did not need any pain medication and was on a 3 hour flight 2 2 days after the surgery I could have left a day earlier but wanted to stay to make sure everything was ok. I was back to work a a cashier in a busy retail enviroment within 3 days after I got home good luck to you.

Hi. After researching the Lap Band, I'm sold. I've requested consultations with Dr. Ortiz' office and Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. I had thought I'd wait until December so that it would be easier to be off work. I own a business and am actively involved in all aspects of our practice. But after reading more about this, I'm so excited about the prospect of finally conquering this battle that I'd like to schedule this sooner. I live within 1.5 hours driving from either clinic.

So... I am wondering if you all who have been through this could give me an idea of your recovery time. I do not have a desk job per se, but there is a desk component since I am the owner. I run a pediatric clinic for children with autism so it's an active job involving some lifting (to the monkey bars, off slides, etc.) and kids who tend to be more unpredictable in their movements than typically developing kids. I could have one of the other therapists help me with the physical aspects, but am wondering what I might expect in terms of returning to at least my current energy level.

I actually had a breast reduction surgery 2 1/2 years ago and was completely off work for 2 weeks before returning gradually. Totally back to work after a month. Some days it was too much and I'd pay for it with swelling and fatigue.

Thanks for any info. Kelli

[housecatgirl]

Hi Kelli, I heard the average for a desk job is 4-days. However, It could be as much as 3-weeks if your job is more labor intense and it sounds like it might be. I have a horse and I was told no horseback riding for 3-months. I just had my surgery on Weds and the only pain I have is the port area (largest incision) is very tender and burns at times. I met people at Dr. Ortiz office that had absolutely no pain. Hope this helps. Laura

Hi. After researching the Lap Band, I'm sold. I've requested consultations with Dr. Ortiz' office and Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. I had thought I'd wait until December so that it would be easier to be off work. I own a business and am actively involved in all aspects of our practice. But after reading more about this, I'm so excited about the prospect of finally conquering this battle that I'd like to schedule this sooner. I live within 1.5 hours driving from either clinic.

So... I am wondering if you all who have been through this could give me an idea of your recovery time. I do not have a desk job per se, but there is a desk component since I am the owner. I run a pediatric clinic for children with autism so it's an active job involving some lifting (to the monkey bars, off slides, etc.) and kids who tend to be more unpredictable in their movements than typically developing kids. I could have one of the other therapists help me with the physical aspects, but am wondering what I might expect in terms of returning to at least my current energy level.

I actually had a breast reduction surgery 2 1/2 years ago and was completely off work for 2 weeks before returning gradually. Totally back to work after a month. Some days it was too much and I'd pay for it with swelling and fatigue.

Thanks for any info. Kelli

[Chelley]

I take care of patients and lifting, stooping, pushing, pulling is a part of my daily activity. Dr. Martinez told me on the day of discharge not to lift greater than 12 lbs for 2 weeks. I returned to work 1 week after surgery on light duty and stayed on light duty for 2 weeks. Everyone heals at different rates. Just listen to your body and don't exhaust yourself. It sounds like you have a job where you can rely on others to help you through your transition and that's great! I'm not usually one to ask for help, but I did request the assistance of my co-workers when transferring or moving a patient in bed and since I told everyone about my surgery, they were more than willing to help.