I work as an orthopedic technician/surgical assistant. I am worried about going back to work and getting enough water. On surgery days we go back and forth between two rooms. No breaks. I am taking 4 weeks off.ni plan on bringing protein water with me on those days. Has anyone else had issues with this?

I supervise a day program for adults with disabilities. I also have limited water breaks, as I am up and down from my desk all day and working program a lot. I asked my doctor to put that I need to sip water throughout the day on my return to work form so that it becomes a “reasonable accommodation” which you employer has to comply with by law. They said the reason was increased risk of dehydration. I have been back for a week and honestly it was one of my biggest worries, but it has been ok. You will be able to drink water faster than you think by then. I would save the protein shakes for when you can really sip them and try to get as much protein as possible from your food (I am getting in 2/3 so far and I am two and a half weeks out). Hope it goes well! When do you go back? Have you had your surgery yet?

Thank you for your comments. It makes me feel better and good ideas. My surgery is scheduled for December 16th.