What is the risk of a round of golf?

[ChewysTee 0]

This may qualify as one of the most selfish, if not silliest questions on this board, but it's one I need to ask. I just had my Lap-Band® surgery 3 days ago and frankly I feel pretty good. Much better than I expected really. Anyway, I know it's very early but I have hopes for a relatively quick recovery. One other part of my life that is important (at least to me anyway) is a passion for the game of golf. I truly love the game and the friends with whom I share the game. In just 5 weeks time I have a trip to Pinehurst (a kinda golf Mecca) with a group of friends where we are scheduled to play just 18 holes a day for 3 days using motorized golf carts (not walking carrying any golf bags so fairly low stress). The way I feel right now I feel like I'll be good to go in 5 weeks, but I certainly don't want to take any stupid risks. For those of you who have lived through the first few months, do you think I have a good chance to play in 5 weeks or is it a dumb move to even try? I'm 52 years old and have my first post-op follow-up next Friday, so of course I'll discuss it with my surgeon, but I'm wondering if anyone out there has a similar experience post-op either with golf or any other activity. Thanks! :thumbup:

Edited May 1, 2010 by ChewysTee

[Marine mom 3]

I would think that golf involves the core muscles to the point that it would not be a wise thing.

[NewYearNewMe2010 0]

I think in 5 weeks you will be ok. After your first post op appointment & fill you will know if your port is secure. I would take it easy until then. Any big golf swing might disrupt your port early on. I was told at my 4 week post op appointment to return to all my normal activities.

I hope all goes well for you!

[BetsyB 9]

At five weeks, I was cleared for all exercise with no restrictions.

Check with your doctor, but I bet you will be given a green light.

[Marine mom 3]

Stupid me. I thought you meant now! Have a great round in a few weeks!!

[sharcorb 0]

i was given the go-ahead to go back to work after 2 weeks. my job is pretty strenuous, and i've got to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. no problems!

sharon

[ChewysTee 0]

All good stuff. Thanks guys.

I just had my surgery on Wednesday and my biggest complaint is that I've been pretty hungry on just broth and popsicles. Today I bought some of the high Protein chocolate flavored Boost drinks and it seemed to hit the spot. I think I should drink it slower, but I finally feel like I'm not hungry. The hard part was walking through the market smelling and looking at all my old favorites. It's hard to take now, but I know it will get better!

[BetsyB 9]

It really does get better---before too long, you'll be amazed how food really does start taking a back seat in life.

[Marine mom 3]

I agree. It does get better. I am glad you have found some relief.

[ca7696 1]

5 Weeks should be no problem...I was cleared from my doctor to go back to work with no restrictions....I lift heavy packages all day long..I am a UPS driver on a industrial route lifting up to 150 lbs. Moving and twisting all different ways...so you should be fine after 5 weeks....justcheck with doc first...good luck!!:thumbup: