I was banded 12/09/09. I have had 2 fills and still have not much restriction. I can tell when I am full and know when to stop eating, but can still eat just about anything. I have lost 35 lbs, but nothing in the last 3 weeks. I have sciatica and there is no way I can go to the gym. I have a balance ball and exxercises the physical therapist gave me which have helped with my pain the last week and a half. Hopefully I can gradually get back to the gym next week, but scared that I may trigger the sciatica again. Due for another fill in a couple weeks so hopefully I can get more restriction and eat less and get back in the swing of things and on the road to more weight loss.

Punkin - Ouch! Sciatica!!! I know its hard, but try to be patient. You've done extremely well so far and it's natural for your weight loss to slow down a bit. Another fill will definitely help....that, and sticking to "the rules". Take it from an 'old' bandster -- maximize your efforts during this first 6 months before your body has a chance to adapt and stick to the rules as best as you can!

You're doing great!

Punkin, I feel your pain, TRULY!!! I have been on Prednisone for an acute Sciatica attack and I am afraid to go back to exercising. I am losing a small amount by strict dieting, but not like if I could exercise. Good luck to you and a fast resolution of your Sciatica.

Mimi

Hi. I didn't have any restriciton after my first or second fill either. The third fill made a BIG difference for me. It is hard to eat what you should until you get that restriction. Hang in there. Becky