When I was researching surgery it seemed like most returned to work within 2 weeks. When I was scheduling surgery I asked the question and they said expect to be out for 4-6 weeks. I thought that was a long time and asked why, they explained that it wasn't all to recover from surgery, but rather to learn how to eat and exercise again. Basically the time was to help build new habits.

4 weeks for me. It was great to help me recover at a slow pace and regain my energy.

I took off 7 weeks but it was my choice. I definitely wasn't in a hurry to return to work

I went back after 6 days but I couldn't talk on the phone and took naps frequently. (My throat was raw after the breathing tube)

I needed a full two weeks honestly.

My doctor wanted me to take 2 weeks. I was on a 2 week driving restriction.

Edited January 27, 201610 yr by cindyw41

I felt great after surgery. I had the surgery on Wednesday and was back to full days on the following Moonday. Just get up and walk after surgery. It will help you feel better quicker.