Roller Coasters and the Lapband

[Mariposa 0]

I am in the process of getting the lapband i am still in the pre of it all. But I keep forgetting to ask anyone of this, but I was wondering, if getting the lapband will prevent you from riding roller coasters? :confused2:

[Enchanted 2]

You probably want to ask your doc how long you have to wait after surgery for riding roller coasters. After that period of time, you should be good to go :thumbup:

[dreemer69 0]

Congrats on the decision to get banded.. I got mine done in March of 07 and for the first time in about 12 years when my kids and I went to Orlando I was able to ride every ride adn not in the big seat section. I had no difficulty at all. It was about 4 months before i went but like I said I rode the fast ones, upside down ones and no problems so have fun...

[Guest Leslie2Lose]

The band shouldn't prevent you from doing anything you would want to do. It doesn't hinder any kind of physical exercise, running/jogging, aerobics, flying, swimming, etc. I should think it would make it easier to fit in to the rollercoaster seat. The last time I rode one I was heavier than I am now and it was really uncomfortable.

Good luck with your process. I love my band!

[LeslieR041906 1]

I have to say this, I can only wish to ride roller coasters, 4 years ago I couldnt get on anything, cause of my weight. Mostly my boobs, I could fit in the seat, but I couldnt lock the belt. Its really embarrasing. I am being banded June 9th. I cant wait for this. Im so scared of the whole thing though. I have a 2 year old that I want to spend lots of time in the future doing all kinds of things, including amusement parks. I had to digress a bit. Im sorry. This thread just reminded me of the horrible times I had at amusement parks.

[coltorismom 0]

i take it you haven't got on www.lapband.com. You have no idea how ironic it is that you ask that question. You'll be flying high like "Holly".

Check it out!

[Mariposa 0]

Hi leslie.. and the other leslie my name is leslie too! and that is really funny! lol..

Anyway thanks so much to everyone who answered! I just saw my psych visit and was approved! Thank God, been doing this since Dec. I want to get this done.. and move on with my life! :thumbup:

[Guest Leslie2Lose]

Hi Leslie - there seems to be a few of us on here. By the way your Avatar is a bit scary - lol. I'm glad your psych visit went well. Good luck!

[cb11213 5]

Absolutly not. I have been on many roller coasters since my lap band and it was fine. I was nervous in line, but I decided to go anyway... it's nothing. It's eating the wrong way that slipps the band, not a roller coaster.

[Soleilsmmy 0]

I was banded on Feb 5th and I live 15 minutes away from Busch Gardens in tampa and go evey couple weeks and ride all the big coasters. I was concerend if the bar across my chest would hit the port, but I have had no issues what so ever.. So Enjoy!