Hi everyone!! So I made the decision to have the LB procedure, which wasn't a very hard one for me. My surgery date is December 22, 2009. I'm sooo nervous!! I am currently in nursing school and I am having the surgery over my winter break. I only have 2 weeks until I need to go back to school after my surgery and I am nervous that I won't be ready. I know everybody heals differently so I am going to stay positive because the mind definatly has an effect on the body. I'm so excited to be a part of this "club"!!

Edited September 30, 200916 yr by Rachel910
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Hi Rachel! Welcome to LBT! This is such a wonderful place and you’re going to find many resources to all your questions, just like I did when I was researching the band two years ago now.

Looks like your surgery is only a few days before Christmas! What a great gift that would be huh? No worries though, I’m sure you will pull through with flying colors… and yes, welcome to the “club”. J

Hi Rachel, and welcome to LBT.

My best advice to you for healing quickly is to follow all of your doctor's instructions. Be sure and stay hydrated because it seems that dehydration is one of the major reasons people end up back in the hospital. Be sure and walk a little every hour to keep the blood flowing in your legs. If your doc gives you a spirometer to breath into, do that as instructed as well to help keep your lungs clear. Most importantly, try not to over do it during the holidays. Recline and rest as much as you can the first few days to help with the healing process. Being young is definitely on your side, so barring any unforeseen post-op issues, you should be more than ready for your classes.

Good luck!!

thanks so much for your advice!! It is a great xmas gift for myself...I decided skipping christmas this year will be worth it in the end. This is the start of a new life for me.