Roller Coasters and the Lapband

Mariposa · May 16, 2008

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 · May 16, 2008

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 · May 16, 2008

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...

May 16, 2008

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 · May 16, 2008

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 · May 16, 2008

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 · May 16, 2008

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:

May 16, 2008

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 · May 17, 2008

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 · May 18, 2008

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!