Hello All, I am A 30 year old Male 5'11" 260 lbs. I am Interested in the lap band . I have been 40 pounds over weight for 7 years and I just cant shake my beer gut. I have passed the physical an the PT condintiong test for U.S. Customs. I am not out of shape that bad (can run a mile easly). I just like to eat alot. Would this procedure inhibit my ablity to run and exercise hard? What about geting hit or falling? will the band take the punishment? My mother was the one suggesting I get this done, as I have never heard about this procedure. Thanks Robert

Hi Robert, it sounds like you would be the perfect candidate for the band because you are so active. You should be fine. The only thing you should think about is that the port site can be injured or bruised. That is the only place I would be concerned about. It is just underneath the muscle about at the waist line. Good luck in your journey. I love my band. I will be banded a year in June. Its been great. I love the restriction that comes along with the band. I eat like a bird now. Julie

Robert,

There are no restrictions on excercise after being banded. If you only need to loose 40 pounds, though. You may not qualify for it. Most Dr's recommend a BMI of at least 35 with co-morbities (diabeties, high BP, etc) or a BMI of 40 or higher. Here is a link to the makers homepage and it has a BMI calculator on it. Good luck

http://www.lapband.com/lapband/portal.do