Question about recovery time

NatSnap
on 11/1/09 10:50 am

So, I have been thinking about this for about a year. I am starting to think that this really is the right desicion for me. I am going to attend an info session next month, but was wondering if people can tell me what the average time people take off from work?

diznygirl
on 11/1/09 12:20 pm - Farmingdale, ME

RNY on 06/01/09

It really depends on the type of job that you do. As long as it's not very strenuous, most people seem to go back about 2 weeks after surgery. At that point you're starting to feel human again and most of the pain is gone. Best of luck and if you have any questions, feel free to ask!

Deidra

Kelly S.
on 11/1/09 8:38 pm

RNY on 05/15/09

I was given the okay to go back to work after three weeks, my Employer made me stay out an additional week (we have a nurse that evaluates you before you can come back) and then she had me to four hour days for a week, then six hour days for another week. But really, I could have come back after three.

20 pounds lost during two week pre-op diet.

twcamber
on 11/2/09 12:07 am - Rockland, ME

RNY on 03/12/09

I had surgery 3/12 and went back to work 4/1. I could have come back after a week or so but had the time so I used it. I would plan on two weeks.

Weight includes 21 Pounds lost on 2 Week Pre-op Diet

pinky0624
on 11/2/09 4:31 am - Damariscotta, ME

RNY on 02/18/08

i was out 2 weeks then half time for 2 weeks then back full time. i have a pretty easy job. no lifting.

Lisa
Highest-232.5 Surgery Day 2/18/08 - 215 Today-197 Goal-150
Sadly gained after 2 years out! Working hard to get it off! Goal 150 with tummy tuck and thigh lift to follow!

tiggrpt
on 11/2/09 7:37 am - Sabattus, ME

RNY on 04/14/08

It usually depends on the type of job you do. I took 6 weeks off, but I need to be able to do some heavy patient lifting. I was glad to have the time off!

Ruth "It's never to late to LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER!"

mainegal
on 11/2/09 7:16 pm - Thomaston, ME

RNY on 10/06/08

I took 2 weeks off and then decided that I would take the 3rd off. My program has soft foods start at week 3 and I though it was wise to start foods at home rather than work.

I was tired and ready to return home after a full day at work. I do an office job.

Emily SW 320, Pre Surg 271.3, Lowest 189.8 Current 212.9 GW -155-188
Continuing the weight loss journey 10 pound goals at a time. June 2011

NatSnap
on 11/2/09 9:59 pm

Lap Band on 06/16/10

Thanks for all the input! I work an extremely easy going desk job and am a quick healer so this gives me a good idea.

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