Hey all. I'm in home health care and I take care of a child that is 65 pounds.

I will be having surgery right before his summer vacation so I wont have to lift him or push his wheel chair up the ramp.

My doctor's nurse said at 4 weeks out, I will be able to lift 20 lbs.

So my question is, When can I lift more than 20 lbs. *I have a 25 lb pug that i will need to lift at some point too!*

and more specifically When can I A) push his wheel chair up the ramp ? (its about 100 lbs all together and usually i am half winded after but thats just because of my weight now.) and When will I be able to Lift my 65 lb patient without risking a leak or something??? Help!!!!

Thanks in advance!!!

I am anxiously awaiting responses to this! My husband is all police officer and needs to defend his own life sometimes. He has surgery June 4. When can he go back to work safely?

hi should! i'm waiting too, hoping someone has info on this..and by the way im kinda in the philly area. Only about 20 mins from walt whitman!

This is something you will want to check with your dr. I am 4 weeks out and last week I tried shooting a basketball a few times with my son and extending my arms high was a little uncomfortable so I stopped.Not because of the weight of the ball but as I threw the ball my stomach stretched and I felt a little ouch. If I bend too much usually picking up my sons clothes my stomach will fill sore. Listen to your body. Don't overdue it. My dr says it takes about 6 months for your stomach muscles to heal on the inside. You will have a one month check up after your surgery so ask then. By then you will know how your body responds to certain things. I think you will be ok with your dog but I worry about lifting 65 lbs at one month. Sorry I wasn't much help.

I'm surprised there aren't more responses here. I'm sure there are others with active jobs. I'll just wait....

I will be anxious to see this as well. I don't need to lift on my job, but I do a lot of active gardening, and work around my own house.

I was cleared for lifting weights at 1 month. Every doc is different. I would say after a month try it. You probably won't be cleared any earlier than that.

I was told that I will be on restriction for eight weeks after my surgery.

are these just for like 10-20 lbs ....or 65 lbs?

I am really really surprised that no one has a good answer for us. I am a mother of three. When will I be able to lift my kids? Anyone?

Me too! I have my consult with my doctor on tuesday....I'll ask him ad be sure to repost when I get an answer ....stay tuned

My doc recommend no lifting over 15 lbs until after 6 weeks.

How long after surgery before you will have to lift him? I was told no lifting over 10 lbs for 6 weeks. I went for my 8 week appt and was cleared , no more weight restrictions, I was told I can even do sit ups now. I was lifting stuff before my 6 weeks was up cause I have a huge yard and am always doing work outside. Heck, we built a 100 feet of fence when I was 4 weeks out. Everyone heals differently, some quicker than others so...check with the dr, maybe a back brace, the kind you wrap around and velcro will be sufficient? I wish I had a better answer but...good luck to you!

Not sure....how ever long i need. His mom (my patients mom) said take as much time as i need, she'll help me lift him. Most ill have to do is push the wheel chair up the ramp and maybe transfer him..when im ready. i dont HAVE to lift him til im ready. So, does that mean after the 4-6-8 weeks past the 20 lb limit...i'm free to lift ANY weight?

After major stomach surgery was told 6 weeks with weight limits after that listen to your body and what it tells you

Had my consult with my doc and asked him this question...he said a month and i can lift my kid again-- incase anyone else had this question too...