Anyone have the Realize band?

Hastings · May 5, 2008

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I don't think there is much difference between one band and another. I think they both work.

2BtinyinTN · May 5, 2008

Hi CoolCrystal, I haven't heard anything about it blowing up like a triangle. It is still round...and it is the sweedish band which is USA approved. The sweeds have been using it for 15yrs. There are benefits such as less slippage, less errosion, and less port flopping. If you go to the Realize website it has it on there. good luck with your AP band.

pearlygirl · May 6, 2008

It looks sort of triangular before it is filled and on your stomach but when it is filled and with the resistance of your stomach it is perfectly round. My two favorite features are being wider and more pliable causing less 'stuck' episodes.

princessash2781 · May 10, 2008

Hey 2btiny! Got filled yesterday, it was a breeze!! Have 7.5 cc in a 10 cc band and it is pretty tight, which I want. I've been doing liquids and mushies so I'm anxious to see how solids go.... How are you feeling??

kathystrick · May 10, 2008

Thank you all for sharing all the info. My doctor said he should be doing Realize by the time I have surgery and would offer me the option of being one of his first patients to get it, so these first-hand opinions are great! Thanks again!

moonshadow2468 · May 11, 2008

I've got the realize band and love it. I think both bands are great tools for us to use. The most important thing is that you trust your Dr. and listen. The worst thing is to "put down" someone else's tool.