after a fall ?

 hi
i am just getting info on possible surgery - gone to some meetings and waiting for an apt. with a Doctor. OK,........So falling is part of riding ,can you damage or cause sliping of lap band ? Are other types better for "riders" . 
thanks ,jeannie 

im sure you can damage if you dont wait until your healed up. But why are you falling off? Do you have a fear of falling or do you have a horse that is spooking or throwing you off? if thats the case then might want to work on your balance. Find a trainer to help you.