Weight loss surgery is now becoming a popular choice for many people suffering from obesity because it has proven to be an effective way to lose a large amount of weight and sustain the loss. The two most common types of bariatric surgery are Lap Band and Gastric Bypass.
Bariatric surgery is chosen by obese people who want to lose weight and keep it off. Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that involves altering the patient’s digestive system in order to induce weight loss and is very invasive. Lap band is a minimally invasive out patient procedure. Often patients have tried and failed to achieve and sustain their weight using traditional weight loss methods such as diet and exercise. For people who undergo bariatric surgery, there will be a recovery period that will result in being off work for a certain amount of time.
The post-operative recovery time will depend on the type of bariatric surgery you undergo. If you have lap band surgery, you will likely be able to return to work after 3-5 days. If you have gastric bypass surgery, you will likely have an average of a 4-6 week recovery period before you are able to go to work. The recovery period after the procedure is to allow for healing and for any discomfort to fade.
After the surgery, the size of your stomach will be greatly reduced. You will start out consuming smaller amounts of food so that the stomach can properly adjust to the change. Also, there will be a post-operative diet that must be followed in order to prevent complications. The post-operative period helps people eat less and learn how to eat the proper nutritious foods, reduce nutritional deficiencies, and maintain their weight loss for life.
Bariatric surgery to lose weight is very effective. Patients can lose a significant amount of weight and maintain it. However, in order to maintain this type of weight loss for life, patients should follow a post-operative diet program as well as an exercise program.
Obesity has become a serious problem in our society, with many people finding it very difficult to drop the excess weight. Because bariatric surgery is normally the last attempt at a weight loss solution, candidates normally have obesity problems that include serious health problems.
People who have this surgery have realistic expectations and are committed to long term weight loss by making the essential lifestyle changes. When considering bariatric surgery, it is important to consult with a weight loss surgeon to learn about the risks and benefits and to find out if you are a potential candidate for the procedure. As well, it is important to consider and make the appropriate plans for the time that you will be off work.
