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I'm curious about the recovery time and getting back to work. I work fulltime as a massage therapist and pastime massage teacher. I'm also a ARMY reservist. As you can see I have an active lifestyle. I need to work. what would be the average recovery time so I can have a ball park idea?
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hot_tempered_10 jennifer63363
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Hi Jennifer.
I apologize for the delay.
Your lifestyle sounds like mine. I’ve just entered my (3)rd. week post op.
Yesterday, I received a tongue lashing from my physician regarding my not following recovery instructions.
I’ve been told that average recovery is 6 to 8 weeks. Please confirm with your surgeon. I had been incredibly negligent in following instructions and attempted to resume, at least household tasks when instructed not to engage in any manual work.
Listen to your provider and be very patient. My recovery has been set back approximately 2 weeks, possibly 10 to 12 weeks due to possible complications.
Listen..... this is a time to take care of yourself!
Please stay in touch.
The best for you and your recovery.
Savs123 jennifer63363
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Hi Jennifer,
I’m a hairstylist,and had a bladder repair and hysterectomy and I thought I would be fine going back to work at about 8wks. Don’t even think about it, you might think you feel ok but your body will tell you otherwise. It does take time but believe me it’s worth the wait. I went back to partime Work at 12 wks and that was hard, I was extremely tired, I’m 17 wks now and just about working at full steam. Recovery is rest no bending for at least 6wks no driving for that time too, and get plenty of stool softener. hope all goes well 🤗
welshgirl67 jennifer63363
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Hi Jennifer
Your work is classed as physical hense being on your feet a lot.
Id say at least 12 wks off work and even then you have to be very careful with your repair long-term going forward.
These repairs don't last forever and do have a high failure rate especially if you are very active and physical afterwards.x