Having concerns...

[kellysnyder 0]

My surgery is in three day (3-6-14). I broke my leg and just got my cast off. I still cant apply pressure for another week. Will this cause me more pain after surgey? I have my knee scooter for some mobility and a walking boot on my foot. Also I would love to hear from people about the first few days after. I am going to mexico and I nervouse about it. Could use some encouraging stories!! would love to hear your experinces. thanks

[sassypants 674]

For me I had major mobility problems due to weight back hip and knee problems so other than wandering around in hospital out of boredom and sitting down every couple of mins I didn’t do very much.
Due to other issues I was dealing with and treatments after the op I wasn’t cleared to actually exercise other than walking up and down my own stairs till about 8 months out.
I don’t know if it will cause you more pain but I do know your cast is off that’s better than it being on and means you’re on the road to recovery for being on the move.

[anxioustobethin 6]

Hi Kelly

Everyone has a different experience , but here is mine. I was sleeved 14 days ago. For the first 2 .5 days, I was nauseated and could not hold down Water without gagging. It was difficult b walk because of the nausea, but had to because of the gas build up. The next challenge I've been dealing with is the lack of energy. I'm told that the energy will come back one I start eating. I'm getting around fine, but I miss feeling like myself.

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Your height and weigh are similar as my husband. You did not list your age, but my husband is 66 and cannot exercise because of neurological back and leg weakness. He is down 50 lbs since Dec. 2. We do have a pool now so we will begin exercise soon. We have not been nauseated ever, we eat without a problem, just slow, and drink lots of fluids. Until your leg heals completely you can rest and eat right and you will still lose weight. We are living proof. I was one night in the hospital and only 1 dose of pain meds at home, up and shopping within 3 days. I have more energy than 10 years ago. Thankful for the sleeve. Best of luck!