Back to driving?

[Janiece 64]

How long was it before you guys started driving again? I work pretty far from my office, and I'm going to request that I be allowed to work remotely for a week or so after surgery, but I'm wondering if I should request more time?

I'll ask my doc at the pre-op visit, but I just wanted to get some idea of what to expect in the meantime.

Thanks!

[kiz 1]

I was permitted to drive 24 hours after my last narcotic pain med. The first day I drove was either day four or five.

[princess070 0]

I was allowed to drive when ever it was comfortable for me, as long as you aren't on any pain med's, and allow a day for the med's to rid out of your body.

[TQUAD64 9]

I was allowed to drive one-week post op. I felt great and was commuting all over the place. By that time I was off all pain killers too.

[BillOh 15]

I'm being forced to wait 2 weeks :confused_smile: But otherwise, my doctor gave me the go ahead to anything else I want to do if it feels ok (My curling league comes to mind) My reason is they want to make sure my seizure meds are being absorbed ok, which I think is overkill since they are no shortening my intestins like they do in other surgeries. But oh, well.

[Jodi_620 37]

I was told to wait 24 hours then drive when it was comfortable for me. Surgery was on Friday and I was back behind the wheel on Monday (when I was no longer doped up on pain meds). Getting in and out of the car was a little uncomfortable (I drive a Mustang) and the seatbelt had to be adjusted but once seated I was fine.

Edited December 15, 2008 by Jodi_620

[BillOh 15]

I was told to wait 24 hours then drive when it was comfortable for me. Surgery was on Friday and I was back behind the wheel on Monday (when I was no longer doped up on pain meds). Getting in and out of the car was a little uncomfortable (I drive a Mustang) and the seatbelt had to be adjusted but once seated I was fine.

Hello fellow Mustang lover. I'll miss mine, not driving it for 2 weeks.

[cattoy71 0]

My doctor put me on 2 week driving restriction. It kinda drove me batty and I got a bit of cabin fever so I got the ok to drive after a full week at home.

[bethm 0]

My doctor said I could drive as soon as I felt ready. I don't feel ready yet. lol

Probably will in a day or two and I'm going a little cabin crazy here too. I'd like to be out christmas shopping!

[trayrenee 0]

I drove 3 days after surgery. It really depends on how you feel. I was banded on a Wednesday and back to work on a Monday so I felt pretty good pretty soon.

[Jodi_620 37]

Hello fellow Mustang lover. I'll miss mine, not driving it for 2 weeks. :blushing:

Yep, I love my "pony" :mad2:

[Janiece 64]

Thanks guys!