At 52 I have never been sick from work apart from the odd day. I didn't even know how to obtain a sick note. I had my OP on Aug 10th, anyway I do have my concerns as I have to do some lifting and climbing a ladder. I am not going back until my leaking is at a minimum but it still worries me especially the lifting and squeezing through tight gaps occasionally. Toilet facilities within my job are not great as iam in and out from the depot all day and on site the porta loos are normally disgusting. Anyway would love to hear from guys who have gone back to a physical job and how they have managed. Cheers Greg.