In terms of returning to work, it is typically recommended for patients to rest and heal at home for approximately two weeks after surgery. This depends on how extensive your surgery is and the kind of job you have. In some cases, it may be required to take off four or more weeks from work. Many patients are often concerned as to how long it takes until they are able to return to the gym. Typically, this depends on the healing schedule of the patient. In general, patients can begin incorporating a light workout into their routine (like walking on a treadmill) after two weeks. Absolutely no heavy lifting is recommended until after a month from the procedure.