I went back to work 2 weeks after surgery. I am a nurse so I have a very physical job. My first night back (12 hour shift) I was sore but after that it has not been that bad... tonight is my 3rd shift back since surgery.
I ended up staying 2 nights d/t nausea issues which resulted in pain control issues (i did not want to take the pain med when nauseous). But I was happy I stayed.