Realistic Return to Work Expectations
One of my managers is giving me a bit of grief about taking time off from work. She knows I'm having surgery (doesn't know what for/kind), but is making it extremely obvious that my time away from work is a big inconvenience for her. The funniest part is that my job does not impact her in any way, it is 100% a power trip thing.
How long did you all take off and rest up after surgery? Is it reasonable to expect that I could be back at work on light duties (I have an office job as a Analyst) approximately 2 weeks post-surgery? I'm a fairly active person pre-surgery, and I'm hoping this will help in the recovery process.
Sian
"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it."
Surgery Date 8/25/2011
Highest Weight 310lbs - Current Weight 154lbs - Goal Weight 175lbs
Keep in mind everyone has a different recuperation period. I worked a desk job as well and was off for 4 weeks. The surgery itself was a breeze and experienced no pain or discomfort. In my case the time off was needed to get used to my new lifestyle and at approximately 2 weeks I hit a period of extreme fatigue.
With that being said take the time you need to recover and get back into your life. Again congrats and see you on the loser's bench!!!
Lori
Highest Weight 403
I'll definitely be adjusting to my new life, that is for sure! I also attend University full-time (yeah, I like to fill my plate, not just with food! LOL). Can't wait to join you all on the bench, I've always considered myself a huge loser!
Sian
"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it."
Surgery Date 8/25/2011
Highest Weight 310lbs - Current Weight 154lbs - Goal Weight 175lbs
Definitely keep me posted on how you are doing!
Sian
"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it."
Surgery Date 8/25/2011
Highest Weight 310lbs - Current Weight 154lbs - Goal Weight 175lbs
She's from 339 to 200 as of 6/14/2012.. SOO proud of my bigbabygirl 
lunch time naps? Hey, you wanna talk to my Manager! lol
The fatigue is one thing that I do hear a lot about and of all recovery aspects, it is the one I'm concerned with the most in regards to returning to work (and Uni). I'm pretty sure I may have the opportunity to work from home, and also possibly part days should that need arise.
Sian
"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it."
Surgery Date 8/25/2011
Highest Weight 310lbs - Current Weight 154lbs - Goal Weight 175lbs
