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Laminectomy/discectomy sched 3/1. i work 10 hr days in a call center restricted to the desk. what's usual time out before return to this type of job?
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7-14 days: Restricted duty typically allowed when patient comfortable. Usually in about 7-14 days. Check with your surgeon.
Answered 2/23/2017
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Depends entirely: on extent of surgery and underlying damage that you already have. You need to address this question to your surgeon.
Answered 2/24/2017
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