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Posted 7/3/2017 1:53 PM (GMT 0)
Hi my name is Tammy and I had a Nissen fundoplication on June 29th, so I am 4 days post surgery. I am feeling pretty good and have been able to drink coffee without any problems and of course I am still on a soft diet.

I have read numerous posts regarding the recovery from this surgery and I want to thank everyone that has posted because you all have helped me so much. I now know that gas is expected and that's gas-x is my new friend.

Here is my question-I am scheduled to go to Universal Orlando September 1-4. Will I be able to ride the rides without causing problems with the surgery and will I still be on a restricted diet?
Posted 7/3/2017 5:30 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Tammy,
I can only go by my personal experience. I was told that at 8 weeks I was free to start exercising again. Even weight lifting. However, there's no way I was ready to do much more than walking and light house work type lifting at 8 weeks. I remember at 7 weeks I still felt like I'd been run over and struggled with my nutrition and energy levels. I'm 49 and was in excellent physical condition with no other health issues other than a hiatal hernia and reflux.

Hopefully you'll feel better than I did at that time.
I believe that 8 weeks is the 90% healing mark and is why I was told I was clear to start normal activities. I've read that trauma, heaving from sickness, and excessive weight gain are risks to the wrap at any time after surgery.

I think you should talk to your doctor about this in detail. My surgeon was very confident in his work and told me my wrap would hold up just fine. He's done many hundreds of these surgeries. I'm taking him at his word but being cautious and being very mindful about what I do.
-Mark
Posted 7/3/2017 6:58 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for your response. I mentioned it to my doctor prior to the surgery and he said it shouldn't be a problem but now that I am reading how long it is actually taking people to heal I am concerned.
Posted 7/3/2017 7:34 PM (GMT 0)
Everyones healing time is different. I was surprised it took as long as it did to feel better. I certainly hope your recovery is smooth and without complications. How fixed is the date for the Orlando trip?
Posted 7/5/2017 1:36 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Tammy:

I think that I would be more concerned about how you were actually feeling, whether you were still exhausted from the surgery. I think that was my biggest issue post-op.
Posted 7/5/2017 9:28 PM (GMT 0)
Celebrity-dad

Airline tickets are already paid for and we can't get a refund. So I will definitely go even if I have to rest in the room some during the day.

SharonZ

I wondered about that as well. I'm 6 days post op and so far I have felt pretty good. I've been able to walk one lap (1/2 mile) on our local walking track the last two days.
Posted 7/9/2017 10:48 PM (GMT 0)
Hello,
Can you give me please you doctor names so I can do my reseasch? Thanks really appreciate it if you can do so
Posted 7/9/2017 10:52 PM (GMT 0)
My doctor's name is Jeremiah Martin from Ohio.
Posted 7/10/2017 3:01 PM (GMT 0)
Tammy,
It sounds to me like your recovery is going very well. Rest, nutrition and a positive outlook go a long way while healing. Each week past surgery gets better. My wife and I are planning a trip to a resort in the Dominican Republic this October and I'm really looking forward to it. Enjoy your trip to Orlando.
-Mark
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