granny2828

I am new to this group. I am trying to decide which way to go. One day it's GBS and the next it's Band. A little about my background. I am 69 yr. old. (Old enough to be grandmother. so some of you ) I have had a life long battle with my weight. I am currently at 242 at 5'4". I have significant lower back pain which limits my life in so many ways. Has anyone had relief from such pain following either surgery. I would love to be able to walk further than 30 feet or so. When we go on vacation I spend a lot of time sitting, waiting for the others to go see the sights. I figure I still have some good years left and want to be able to enjoy them with my loved ones.

Thanks for all your input. The back pain is only one of a myriad of reasons for considering WLS. I've already had two back surgeries but still have this residual pain. I just want my life back. I am riding a recumbent exercise bike in hope of building up leg muscle strength. Walking is very limited, 5-10 min. at a time.