I get weekly massages from an RMT (registered massage therapist) for existing back injuries. I am wondering if I will be able to get them after my band? It seems like lying on my stomach and having all that pressure on my back might cause pain from the port?

Does anyone here get massages? Do you find there is port pain?

I haven't had one since being banded, but I do get them regularly and I have a hard time imagining that there will be a problem. My port at least is simply not that sensitive.

Ha! I just came back from one! Banded on 12/21 and today was my first deep tissue post op. no problems whatsoever. I thought I would have an issue with my port and being on my stomach with the pressure. Zip zero nada. No problems or discomfort and believe me my therapist lays into me with some pretty serious pressure. However I did get clearance from my doc to do this. I don't think you should have any problems. :-)

Thanks guys! I have scheduled my first massage for about 3 weeks after my surgery, so I am hoping that is enough time for any pain related to laying on my stomach to dissipate. I will make sure to speak with my surgeon about it as well.

Whenever possible! LOL

My doc told me to wait about a month after surgery. I did, and had no problem at all.