missheidi47 127 Posted June 4, 2015 I took 2 weeks and was fine. I work in a hospital, and do direct patient care so I had to go back to light duty for 4 weeks. That was a good thing because I could not have done my regular job that soon. The first week or so off light duty (6 weeks post) was a little rough but I feel great now (8 weeks post). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nprcowboy 533 Posted June 5, 2015 I was off 3 months due to Complications but had planned 6 weeks since I had the sick time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rochellevsg 38 Posted June 6, 2015 (edited) The plus side is I can take as much time off work as I need, but for financial reasons I only want to take 2 weeks. My issue will be that my job does not allow light duty or restrictions, but my surgeon made it clear he doesn't want me to lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk for 6 weeks. I'll have to find some way to work this out. Edited June 6, 2015 by Rochellevsg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted June 6, 2015 (edited) I'm a vet tech and have an active job...on my feet, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting all day. I went back to work after 7 days and was fine. I only had a 20 pounds lifting restriction for 3 weeks, and then was back to the usual 40-60 pounds. I was on full liquids for 3 weeks as well, so made sure to have plenty of drinks and Protein Shakes at work. Edited June 6, 2015 by Kindle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ms. Nunya 126 Posted June 9, 2015 I plan to take 2-3 weeks. Less if possible, but I don't want to rush things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikadivalia 30 Posted June 9, 2015 I had surgery on a Thursday and went to work on Monday morning. I had no problems. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
