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Hi everyone, so I have my surgery date 2/21/2019. I know that post-op we should wait 2 weeks to return to work. But was wondering if there was anyone out there that went back earlier and how they did. I have a very sedentary job and thinking I might be okay after like a week and a half. Any input is appreciated.

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I went back to work Day 3 post-op! I felt 100%. I was told at least a week, but I sit at a desk and would have to move around at home anyway, so less sick time for me.

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I had my surgery on Dec. 26th and went back to work on Dec. 31st. However, the reason I was able to do this is because I was allowed to work from home. I also have a desk job, but I didn't actually drive back in to work until yesterday.

The pain meds that you may have been given upon leaving the hospital may impair your driving. Due to this, I would say it's best to ask your surgeon if it's okay to drive.

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I go to school and drive an hour each way. I went back Monday, which is 1 week post op for me. I'm doing fine, I just take it slow.

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Thanks for your feedback everyone. @wendums are off your meds now? Congrats on your recent surgery btw!

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I'm one week post-op and am taking 2 weeks, but could probably go back tomorrow and be fine. I have a very sedentary desk job. I'm off pain meds and haven't taken a nap in the middle of the day in several days. I recommend requesting 2 weeks off and letting your supervisor know that you may be back before that, dependent upon how you feel.

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Mine was over the Xmas holiday so I was off a few weeks. I could’ve easily gone back after a week. My only problem would’ve been with clothes not being comfortable. I still had swelling in stomach area so I wore pajama bottoms or loose clothing for 2 weeks. Also I have a commute so I would’ve had to make stops to walk and stretch.


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On 1/15/2019 at 11:44 PM, Project Me said:

Thanks for your feedback everyone. @wendums are off your meds now? Congrats on your recent surgery btw!

Yah I stopped taking the meds at about day 5 and was fine with Tylenol. I'm currently day 12 and don't need anything for pain anymore.

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