L5/S1 Laminectomy / Microdiscectomy 2 Weeks Post Op | Recovery by Betty 

My doctor said everyone is very different; however, at my 2 week appointment I had asked if I'd be ready to go to a wedding by 5 weeks and my doctor seemed very confident that I would be and be able to stand the 3-4 hours that I needed to for the wedding. I'm now 4 weeks out and standing about 2-3 hours at a time just fine! After I got over the week 3 hump of a lot of my lightheadedness, I've just been focusing on walking and standing more to build up my strength. Nerve pain isn't my limiting factor but much more so my leg strength.

You seem like you are doing great! I have a charity event I helped plan 18 days after my surgery. I’m nervous about how I will be feeling by then!

@@angiegray3128 I've been really appreciative of my progress! I just got back from a wedding where I was standing all day (almost) at a little less than 5 weeks out and survived! I'd recommend finding a place you can lay down for 10-20min at a time to re-charge and bring ice packs! It's how I made it through! Best of luck with the surgery and try your best to be kind to yourself and rest!

Depends on your insurance and what it covers. My insurance had me pay $3500 down.