how long after operation should i go back to work?
458384
Your doctor will tell you when you can return to work.  Be sure to follow his instructions!
327978
You would probably stay in a rehab for 20 days or longer depending on if you have medicare or insurance or both.Longer than 20 days is usually not necessary but the facility will keep you until your insurance is exhausted.I would say you would be able to return back to work in 2-3 months but only your orthopedic surgeon will be able to release.If you have a positive attitude and work hard with therapy you will go back quicker Good Luck
546637
You are usually able to walk immediately after surgery and is in fact encouraged to do so 3 or 4 times per day for 1 to 2 minutes each time.  However, you will more than likely not be able to stand up straight, more of a hunched over type of posture.  The skin of the abdomen will be quite tight and you are usually instructed to remain bent over at least 45 degrees for the first 4 to 5 days after surgery.  Patients will often note some back discomfort due to the 45 degree positioning for 4 to 5 days after surgery so ask your surgeon about muscle relaxants or valium.\n\nThe drains that have been placed will generally be removed 4 to 14 days after surgery.  At the end of 4 days the patient may begin to straighten up and by six days post-op may or may not be fully straight.  You should take it easy for at least two weeks after surgery.  While the drains are in, you will be on bed rest with a very small amount of walking as outline above.  However if your drains are in for an extended amount of time, you will of course not be expected to sit in bed all day.  An abdominal pressure garment may be placed around you during one of your post-operative appointments and you may be instructed to wear this for 3 to 6 weeks.\n\nSome swelling and discoloration are normal but generally this is minimal.  Of course this is dependent upon the individual.
700487
I had my gullbladder out 4 years ago, and i didnt find it that bad. it was a couple days before i was totally up and about and for a period of time (i think 6-8 weeks) you cant lift anything heavy. dont remember everything but i recall other than the heavy lifting within a week i was pretty much back to normal! dont stress its not that bad, you might get sick right after in recovery, but they'll take care of ya. and ask you doctor about anything your worried about, they dont mind. dont worrie though its not that bad, youll be fine. goodluck!
459175
I know someone who has.  The actual operation isn't painful as you are heavily drugged.  Painkillers are given to you after the operation.  The afternath is painful, but doesn't last long. I would take 2 weeks off of work.  Do it though, because in the long run, you'll be thankful!
258036
If a doctor has released you to go back to your job, but there is no work, that means you are laid-off, or unemployed, so you should be able to collect unemployment.  You should have gotten a works man's comp for the time you missed while injured!  If you suspect that they are not letting you back for a reason, then maybe you should see a lawyer!
566936
My sister actually had a PFO surgery last summer and it took a little bit (a couple of months) to feel back to normal and now she is doing great from it. Make sure to do check ups after a couple of weeks, then 2 months, and then 6 months. Check ups are really important. Good luck with everything!
857552
It would be unwise to return to work too soon and the nature of your work requires clear reasoning powers.  When you return should be determined by joint decision between you and your psychologist.  Speak to your psychologist about this and find out from HR what the proper pocedure is for a return-to-work.
432609
After you are fully recovered you should be able to do any job you wish,however,remember you will be on immunosuppresants that lower your resistance so you would want to stay out of crowds.
57679
Are you a union member? If so, check with them first. They should handle it for you. If not, there are some things you should consider. Are you really well enought to go back? If you aren't you will need a doctor's note saying that. If you now are and the human resource department says the 1st shift is the only time available talk to a lawyer. He or she may be able to work something out with a simple phone call. Good luck.
895971
For most people, 48 hours is enough time. It also depends on your workout. If you are doing very intense weight lifting, you may need to take longer for recovery. \n\nThe key is to learn to listen to your body. If progress starts to drop off, you may need to take more time off between workouts. If you are still sore from your last workout, you are not fully recovered yet.
1084367
That is why he sent you home, you may not need the operation at all.  I would go for a second opion though.  I had the same thing happen to me, but I was better in a day or two.  I did not need the operation.  But since you are still in pain go in again. A second opion is always a good thing.  ( if you have insurance to cover it)
419766
Depending on the type of hernia repair.  Also if it's bilateral or not you will take longer to recover.  Also depends if you actual rest and put a hold on lifting heavy objects for a while.  Hernia operations are common and yes guys tend to take a little longer to heal but only a few week in total generally back at work or school in a few days to a week and not lifting heavy objects for a good few weeks after your sutures are removed.
749289
a couple of days should do it if not your doctor will tell you exactly when you could return to work
776845
Normally those operations don't have that much risk more that the tend to come back after about a year, unfortunately  :-(\nGet a second opinion from another specialist or try to look it up on the net.
571009
Oh darlin- good luck to you!  I just went thru this whole damn thing!  I had injured both my hands in a fall and ended up out of work for 3 months.  I got fired for missing work!  NICE huh?  Well after being out 3 months I found a new job and was doing great at first and ended up making my hands even worse and I just had double hand surgery!  I did luck out and get the first employer to pay for it plus benefits but I had to get an attorney to do that much!  Good luck to u!
457741
Most people, when having all 4 removed with IV sedation, generally have the surgery on a Friday and they are fine to return to work by Monday.  When having only one removed with local anesthetic, most people will only take the day off they are having the procedure done and will return to work the next day.  I personally would not recommend returning to work after any extraction as rest is best.  Whatever you do, just make sure to follow your post-operative instructions the dentist gives to you to avoid a dry socket (and futher pain) after the extraction.