Hello all, having my band removed and revision to rny on the 20th of January 2014 in Brisbane, Australia . I have a fairly physical job at times ( work in a refinery ) and was wondering how long others have had off. Surgeon said 4 weeks should kill it. Work has unlimited sick leave so time isn't an issue. Was wondering how long everyone else has taken off ?

I only took two weeks, but I have a sit down job. Couldn't lift anything over 15 lbs for six weeks though. Two months out on the 11th. from bypass.

I was off work for 6 weeks. Felt better after week 5.

I think it's different for everybody. I had open rny and was on the move 3 weeks later. I actually got pregnant 17days post op.

I was off 2 weeks, wish I had taken 4...mainly because I got worn out very quickly and working your phases of food the first month is a full time job in its self...if you can afford the time id take it and focus on your new life...good luck to you

I was told by my surgeon that 3 weeks would be all I needed but I have a physical job and I work 12 hour shifts so I took 4 weeks and so glad I did! I don't think I could have done my job after only 3 weeks. Good luck :-)

I took 1 week, then worked from home about 35 hours this 2nd week. Wound up taking 1/2 day today because I was so tired, and I do not have a physical job whatsoever.

If you're lucky enough to be able to take the time, go for 3-4 weeks for a good, healthy recovery. Good luck!