Question:
HOW LONG DO A GOOD RESTRICTION LAST

ONCE YOU REACH THE POINT WHERE YOU HAVE GOOD RESTRICTION, HOW LONG DOES IT LAST BEFORE YOU WOULD HAVE TO GET ANOTHER FILL.    — kywade (posted on February 9, 2009)

February 9, 2009
It all depends. Right at the beginning, we highly recommend that patients follow-up every two weeks for adjustments as necessary to obtain restriction quickly. Further along, once you lose weight the outlet gets larger permitting you to eat larger amounts. If you are eating larger meals, snacking, or not losing at least 1-2 pounds per week, you usually need an adjustment. Your target should be to get to the "green zone". Liz Carrere, RN Bariatric Coordinator Physicians Medical Center 218 Corporate Drive Houma, LA 70360 (985) 850-5282
   — lizcarrere

February 10, 2009
I am 2 and a half years out from lapband surgery. I reached my goal weight within the first year. I have only had 1 adjustment in about a year now. I have no trouble in maintaining for a long period of time. Everyone is different and once you reach your ideal weight you will see if is easy to stay at it for long periods of time.
   — Babbles