Going back to work after surgery

Hi girls
I know it’s recommended that we take 1- 2 weeks off work after surgery but just wondering how people got on after going back? I work in retail as a merchandiser and often am pulling cages full of stock around I know I’m not going to be able to lift heavy items or over stretch which I’m sure I could get help from a colleague with that aspect …..and I’m sure for the second week I could ask to be on till more … But moving and displaying stock is my main job not sue what to do ….. Anyone else work in a job that’s quite physical? Any hints/tips or personal experience would be greatly appreciated. Thanks x

I’m seeing my nurse tomorrow and going to ask for a ‘light duties note’ which means I won’t be able to lift anything heavy in my job! I can stil work just not lift the ramps etc.. Speak to your PC and see if they can give you one xx

Iv had to take 5 weeks off work for my job over july/aug as im military and work with weapons everyday x

I’ve gone back to work today after just over a week and I’m a bit tired but it was fine. I’m an estate agent so in the office xx

Thank you Emma really appreciate this so I will defiantly be asking how far post op are you now? And Ashie thank you as well I can defiantly see why you would need that time off hope your op goes well 🙂

Hey I’m 12 days post op! Went back yesterday and back in tomorrow again, back to the daily grind! Xx

Thank you Sophie

Glad to hear you girls are getting on ok 🙂 just worried how work would be after and this has helped thank you

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