Time off

[aerie74 9]

I am curious how long most people have been off work for their surgery. I am at a new job and don't have much time I can take

Thanks in advance!

[kimbernada 190]

I took two weeks using the FMLA - Family Medical Leave Act. No PTO was used. One week was a necessity, the second week was needed (although I have mostly a desk job, so I could have gone back sooner if I had to).

[IsB 209]

I was back in a week at a desk job. I could have come back a little earlier if I had to. Everyone is different though. You really need to listen to your body and not push it.

[Richard Foor 655]

I took 2 and a half weeks, but I am a paramedic and therefore am pretty active at work. I know that after a week I felt like I could have worked if I new it wouldn't have been to busy but obviously at my job you don't ever expect it to be quiet. good luck

[DUBrookie03 142]

My Dr likes everyone to take 4 weeks off. Not because you aren't healed at that point, but to devote your total focus to getting your protein/fluid during those first few weeks. Although I have a desk job, I cannot imagine trying to do all of this at work, it would be a nightmare. I've worked for Chase for almost 10 years, so I can have up to 14 weeks off with full pay for a Short Term Disability Leave. I'm also protected through FMLA if I need additional days here and there after the 4 weeks is up.

[TheCurvyJones 721]

I would have gone out of my mind if I was off for four weeks. I worked Dec 18th then flew out for surgery and didn't come back till Jan 2nd. Thankfully we go "dark" between Christmas and New Year which was my main reason for wanting to do it then. I had enough time off. I feel fine to sit all day and I'm making these strapping boys around here lift and carry things. Two weeks is, I think, enough time unless you have a strenuous job and then play it by ear. You will be down on energy a bit.

[steele160 9]

I have been off just over 3 weeks and I would be ready to go back but I made the stupid decision to shovel now- irritated my stomach and now have pain again- cannot go back right now :/ UGHHHH ! But my is n doing lol