sunny2day 50 Posted January 10, 2014 I am just wonder how long after being sleeved most people went back to work? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A_ReNUDE_me 148 Posted January 10, 2014 I'm wondering the same thing. Hope someone will chime in and give us a answer. Financially I cant afford much more time than 2 weeks. I just pray my body will agree with my bank account! I am just wonder how long after being sleeved most people went back to work? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiap82 239 Posted January 10, 2014 I went back 9 days later. Too soon. It's been rough and really slowed my recovery. 2 A_ReNUDE_me and BabySheldon reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WombatVSG 56 Posted January 10, 2014 I'm scheduled to go back this coming Monday (my surgery was 12/30). I think I can do it, but am worried about being worn out at the end of the day. 1 A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texasmeg 568 Posted January 10, 2014 I will be going back Monday, after 13 days. My job is a combination of sitting, walking, and standing (no lifting). I hope it goes well - I told them I will only work 8 hours/day for the first two wks (vs. the usual 12 or more). I'm going to try hard to stick to that. 1 A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MIJourney 490 Posted January 10, 2014 I took 2 weeks off. Was just right for me. Everyone is different though. I do have a desk job but am running around the office a lot! Was back to working 50-60 hour weeks right away:( Probably could have gone back after 10-12 days but glad I had the full 2 weeks. Was taking afternoon naps right up until I went back. Good luck with your journey! 1 A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A_ReNUDE_me 148 Posted January 10, 2014 I went back 9 days later. Too soon. It's been rough and really slowed my recovery. Thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A_ReNUDE_me 148 Posted January 10, 2014 I'm scheduled to go back this coming Monday (my surgery was 12/30). I think I can do it, but am worried about being worn out at the end of the day. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A_ReNUDE_me 148 Posted January 10, 2014 I will be going back Monday, after 13 days. My job is a combination of sitting, walking, and standing (no lifting). I hope it goes well - I told them I will only work 8 hours/day for the first two wks (vs. the usual 12 or more). I'm going to try hard to stick to that. Thanks! Best of luck for your upcoming return! 1 Texasmeg reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A_ReNUDE_me 148 Posted January 10, 2014 I took 2 weeks off. Was just right for me. Everyone is different though. I do have a desk job but am running around the office a lot! Was back to working 50-60 hour weeks right away:( Probably could have gone back after 10-12 days but glad I had the full 2 weeks. Was taking afternoon naps right up until I went back. Good luck with your journey! Thanks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BabySheldon 158 Posted January 10, 2014 I was completely gone for two weeks...the third week I worked from home, writing contracts....1/2 time...this week i was back full time...glad I took my time... Shelby 1 A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whosaysyoucant 111 Posted January 11, 2014 My surgery was December 26th. I worked a half week this week. I could have probably worked all week and not thought twice about it. I go back full time on Monday (13th). However, I am not allowed to travel for my job until the first week of February. 1 A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted January 11, 2014 Went back 1/2 days after 1 week and back to full time at two weeks. I'm a vet tech, so pretty active job. I felt fine, but had to limit myself because I wasn't supposed to lift more than 20 pounds. (I only cheated once with a 50 pound dog 3 days before my weight limitation was up). I felt so good I would truly have gone crazy if I had to sit around at home any longer. 2 Texasmeg and A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
honeylove 16 Posted January 11, 2014 I am just wonder how long after being sleeved most people went back to work? I went to work the same day I discharged from the hospital. I was able to work 3rd shift the first 2 days and resumed my regular 2nd shift at 5 days post op. If I could have, I would have taken 2 weeks off but I couldn't. Luckily everything turned out good, great recovery. I was very exhausted though. I was sleeved on 12/12/13 and discharged and back to work on 12/14/13. 1 A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarolinaCutie 30 Posted January 11, 2014 I took 4 weeks off. The doctors stressed that I shouldn't rush back. I had the PS time, so why not? Not only am I focusing on healing physically, but I'm growing with my sleeve emotionally and mentally. I'm also adjusting to eating and drinking differently. 3 BabySheldon, WombatVSG and A_ReNUDE_me reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites