Average down time after surgery?

[Rena82 5]

I am in the process of getting a conversion to sleeve from the Lapband and I'm just curious as to how long should I expect to be off work? I work 2 jobs.... so when I got the band I was out for a few days and back at it and I know this is more of an intense surgery. So any and all responses welcome.

[ChristieK 70]

My doctor said 1 week off work but it will be different for each person and each doctor

[tpietrowski 102]

I took 1 week. I'm on my 2nd week and work about 6 hours. I get tired and need a nap. Listen to your body.

[Iweeny 36]

I needed two entire weeks. Didn't feel 100percent until 1 month

[honeymunki 76]

I took 2 weeks, probably only really needed one. The part that is hard is getting your fluids in. I was glad to have the extra time to get used to the new routine.

[TES 858]

Do you have desk jobs or physical jobs? I think that makes a big difference. Also, for at least the first few weeks, you may find you don't have a lot of stamina--so I think working two jobs might be a bit of a challenge. I only took about 4 days off (and was answering work emails within a couple of hours of surgery)--because I have a desk job and work at home. However, I was sort of wishing I had taken at least a week off and more like two. I was really sleepy and stamina was low. Part of it is the liquid diet and just recuperating from the surgery. And you need time for yourself to walk, get in your fluids, etc. I am now 5 weeks out and just started feeling more like myself. The PA at my surgeon's office always says you really won't feel normal for at least 6 weeks. But if you don't have complications, I would think 2 to 3 weeks from both jobs would be plenty, if you have desk type jobs.

[Rena82 5]

Do you have desk jobs or physical jobs? I think that makes a big difference. Also' date=' for at least the first few weeks, you may find you don't have a lot of stamina--so I think working two jobs might be a bit of a challenge. I only took about 4 days off (and was answering work emails within a couple of hours of surgery)--because I have a desk job and work at home. However, I was sort of wishing I had taken at least a week off and more like two. I was really sleepy and stamina was low. Part of it is the liquid diet and just recuperating from the surgery. And you need time for yourself to walk, get in your fluids, etc. I am now 5 weeks out and just started feeling more like myself. The PA at my surgeon's office always says you really won't feel normal for at least 6 weeks. But if you don't have complications, I would think 2 to 3 weeks from both jobs would be plenty, if you have desk type jobs.[/quote']

Both jobs are desk jobs. No heavy lifting or physical activity. So hopefully after 2weeks I'll be okay

[gonnaloseit8015 37]

I had my surgery on Thursday the 28th of Feb and was back to work Tuesday Match 5th. I have a desk job and actually get surges of energy or antsy where i need to get up and walk...have no idea why. I feel absolutely fine now. It depends on you but don't over do it. Like some have said listen to your body!

[himalaya62 221]

I took a week off but my first week back I worked 4-6 hours a day. I do marketing and a lot of walking through the hospitals so it wasn't so bad. I felt completely normal 2 weeks post op

[Amanda626 153]

I have a desk job and took a week off. I could go back even sooner but enjoined my time off !

[LG1981 111]

I am a month out and still dont feel 100%. My incisions still hurt and I still dont feel like driving. I feel so inadequate. Sigh.

[Luvlvnlyfe5 48]

I'm planning to take 5-6 weeks off work. I have a stressful mentally challenging job that requires me to be on my feet. I know there is no way I can keep up with the pace of my job after surgery. Good luck to you!

[CharlaMae 20]

I'm an ER charge nurse, and I'm only taking 2 weeks. Hoping to get back into the swing of things right away!

[sheetmetalgirl 25]

I am a sheetmetal mechanic so fairly labor intensive I am planning for 3 weeks off but hoping I can just take two and go back to work on limited duty.

[sheetmetalgirl 25]

I don't know how long until ill be cleared to lift 75lbs and I think that will be a minimum to be off of restrictions :/