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Yes.

Hope someone answers this for you, I feel the same . I ate about an hour ago, went for a bike ride, and my stomach is growling !

Spinal fusion = check Facet injections= check pills, pain Patches, ice paks, heating pads= check Been there, done that. I hope the band helps you as much as it has me! Good luck! Positive energy coming your way,

Hi! Just wanted to let you know that my number one reason for the lap band was to get weight off and find out if I had relief from back pain. I am happy to say yes! For me, I have had almost no back pain. I am able to walk up to five miles at this time, and still ride another 7 miles a day on my bike, pain free. I am a work in progress. There were days when I could not get around my house without pain, so I am thrilled with the out come of the band so far!

I would think that unless you need a fill or infill, your primary would be the one to see you to diagnose and treat your symptoms of acid reflux.

Beautiful! Just beautiful.

So excited for you! Shout out if we can be of help to you. You are going to be where you want to be in no time flat! Awesome! Sending a happy dance your way!

If you are a horse enthusiast like myself, I wondered when I could safely ride my horse after the lap band procedure. Well, I did it! I brought my favorite horse out of the stall, groomed her, put my 40 pound saddle on her, with no pain from my guts (haha), stepped up, and went for a nice quiet ride. I don't know which one of us was happier! She had quite the attitude not getting out for an adventure, I was feeling a little fenced in myself.... Glowing! That would be me, and my best bud!

Right on hockeymother! Get it girl!

I know Sept seems a long way off, maybe you could still go out with your friends. Being poolside does not have to mean bathing suit. Shorts and a T. Have some crystal light, play some games, heck, even pitching quarters, or a super water blaster on a hot day! Find the kid in you and enjoy your summer! Hang in there, it gets better!

Awesome! You. Yes, that's you.

Way to go! Love, love hearing this!

Sunny44, you are a true inspiration! Thank you for sharing ! Hope you are healing well, and I know, you are successful!

The rules I am referring to are what admittedly are their doctor's rules.

Rejoice. One step closer to the goal!

If you want to change you have to be willing to be uncomfortable. Like it.

You are right Terry. Just annoyed.

Is it possible to go to a different doctor?

Solid food protein sticks with you, allowing you to feel full longer. They tell us not to drink 30 min before and at least 30 min after eating protein first, veggies second. If you are drinking your protein, it does not stay in your pouch as long as solid food does. You may need more fills also. Your doctor's office is a good resource, especially if you are snacking between meals.

I wanna do this too! Congrats!

Sending positive healing energy your way. So sorry for your family's loss. Mom's are so often the glue that holds everyone together. Prayers.

So many post with newbies and wannabe's stressing out about if their pre authorization with their insurance will be approved. Ecstatic when approved! Cannot possibly make it through the liquid diet, or possibility of post op pain. Do it any way, then break every rule laid out for success with the band. Really? Is it because you do not value the wonderful gift of having partial payment from the insurance company, therefore, the band does not hold the same value as it would if you paid 15 thousand out of pocket? Or, do you not value yourself? Some of the behavior exhibited, makes a mockery of the hard fought battles of folks struggling to loose by following the rules, and when they are successful, the same people who break every rule, wonder why the band isn't working for them, how they are not one of the "lucky" ones. It's all about you. Decide before you put yourself through all of the above, that you are going to do this, not cheat yourself, and not cheat some of the amazing people on here, who don't know you, and are reaching out to help you be successful. Sorry for the rant, but it's so upsetting when people break the band rules.

Ok, there are several clear liquids. sugar free Jello, clear protien drinks, crystal light, sugar free Popsicle, go on line, I love amazon for it's diversity of products, secure ordering and delivery. broth, all kinds. You could even open up a can of Soup and strain it. Don't forget about spices. Cinnamon in your tea or coffee etc.. You can do this. Almost all of us had a pre op liquid diet. The first two to three days are tough, it gets easier. A year from now, you will be the one to say this to someone else to pay it forward! Dig down deep girl! Try to see it as a challenge, not an obstacle. Change your internal dialog from I don't think.. To I can do this, just watch me! You are not a quitter! Try to plan to keep yourself busy, do something you love, a craft, a juicy new book, get up off your bum and move! Keep your mind off of it. I know you can, as Carolina girl says: if you WANT IT.

Have your shake before you cook for your family. It helps if you are not starving. You will have many meals with them in your future, it's only 14 days... Good luck! You can do it!

I had lap band and I have stairs to bedrooms. No problems at all.