Recovery..how Long Until I Can Go Back To Work After Lap Band Surgery ?

[goofycathy 89]

Hi, newbie here. In fact, this is my first post! I have an appointment for my initial consultation on Jan 4th and im sure I will get this answer at that appointment but I cant wait that long! I need to know how fast you all were able to go back to work. I have a pretty physically demanding job and need to know how long I will be out. I can be on light duty if needed. Im excited about being able to go back to work after some of this weight comes off and hopefully feel a little better at the end of the day!!!

Happy to meet you all and hope to make some new friends here

[jenlyn122 9]

I'm going back tomorrow, which is 6 days after surgery. But my job is not very physically demanding. I could have probably went back a few days ago, but just decided not to rush it.

[brenda62 47]

I went back on day 4. I am a grocery checker and just did not lift heavy things. I was sure tired at the end of my shift and slept good that first week back. That being said I think it depends on the person and how well you handle the surgery. Some need more time then others, I have always been one to bounce back quickly. Good luck

[B-52 7,113]

Everyone is different, from what I have read here.

I was banded on a Monday, took the week off. I was climbing the walls by day 3 and started running errands. Day 4&5, I could not stay away from the office, although I did fatigue quickly and only spent few hours visiting, checking messages, etc.

One week, the following Monday, was my 1 week post-op appointment with the surgeon. He removed all the bandages, released me to go to the gym, soak in a tub, ok to work, etc.

Only restriction was to avoid any heavy lifting for a few more weeks.

Four weeks post surgery I was back for my first fill.

[goofycathy 89]

UGH, heavy lifting is 75% of my job! I hope the boss will be alright with me not being able to work at 100%! I'll have to have a talk with her before I have surgery and see how she feels...thanks for the info!