Replacement PM 30/09 - recovery time

Hi All

I've just received my letter saying that Im due to go for the battery change on 30th September. They may be putting a extra lead in as at the moment I only have one rather than two. I work as a support worker and deal with personal care for the residents in my care. What is the most likely time I will be able to go back to work after surgery?

Thanks in advance
Nia

1 Comments

depends

by Tracey_E - 2014-08-09 07:08:00

If you get a new lead, the restrictions will be the same as the first implant, however you should be less sore. If they only change out the box, it's a very fast recovery. I've had it done Friday and gone on vacation Tuesday. The incision has to heal, that's it.

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