Everybodys body is different.I got banded.September10th.I would have no problem going to court.I went back to work Friday.I have been driving and not taking pain meds for two days.I've been brislly for 30 minutes a day and am starting the eliptical tomorrow. My incision site hurts a little,but not that much.Don't stress too much!!It sounds like you have a lot on your plate.You can do it.I think maybe you are worrying too much.I:thumbup:do the same thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Good luck