Hello. I am new to this forum. I am scheduled to have gastric plication on Feb. 13 and my paranoia is setting in. Am I going to spend the rest of my life worried that if I make a wrong move, my stitches will bust open? I love doing pilates (which of course, focuses on strengthening the core--lots of leg lifts and ab work), riding my horse (always potential for falling off) and other activities. Is anyone out there who has had the surgery finding that you are worried about activities because you're afraid of opening up the stitches?

Thanks.

I have plication with a band, and though I've had fleeting thoughts of the stitches opening up, I've been reassured by my doctor that it won't happen. But it's best to run these concerns by your doctor, who can better advise on your specific concerns. Good luck :-)