If all you do is drive then 2-3 weeks off would be recommended. If you are also lifting anything heavy as part of the job you may need to take more time off or be on modified duties. It depends on how heavy the items you lift are and whether you are having muscle tightening as well. It's best to ask your surgeon as they'll know exactly what your procedure will involve. Hope that helps!
I recommend to all my tummy tuck patients to refrain from work for at least 2 weeks after which they can resume light exercises and light duty. If you feel great before 2 weeks, it may be possible for you to get back to driving, however it is best that you take frequent breaks to walk and stretch your legs to prevent stasis and possible clots. If you require any type of pain medications etc, then you may not be legally allowed to drive the truck until you no longer need to take the medications. I find that by 4 weeks, patients are completely back to normal and can handle heavy lifting without restrictions as if they never had surgery. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MDBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonIG: @drjohnsonlee