Question:
I catch shoplifters for a major retailer...

And I was wondering when anyone thinks it is good time to go back to work. The job is such that at any time I could get into a fight during an apprehension. Most of the time is walking the floor but there is still that danger. My boss is just wondering and I don't know what to tell him. Any thoughts?? Thanks.    — Lisa S. (posted on August 19, 2003)

August 19, 2003
Really this is something you should ask your doctor. Healing is an individual thing and you should have a physical appointment with your doctor and get cleared for work. Ask your doctor for an estimate for your boss based on his experience with his patients, but remember everyone heals at their own rate.
   — Maria N.

August 19, 2003
Most major surgery has a 6 week healing period, but for WLS my surgeon said they know you are healed once you are 8 weeks out - but I'd definitely get your surgeon to say, because he/she will be the one filling out your return to work paperwork.
   — bethybb

August 19, 2003
I agree with talking with your surgeon but I would suppose part of it would be when you feel up to standing on your feet for an 8 hour shift.
   — Cindy R.

August 19, 2003
I figured that I would wait till the Dr. says it is ok. I was just wondering if there were any other people have the same type of job and what they found. Thanks a lot all of you.
   — Lisa S.