How to survive a 9 hour shift at a fast food place?

[Anonymous]

Sooo... I just got my first job over a week ago, I'm working part time but they are giving me 9 hour shifts. On my last long shift I didn't get a break because we had rushes so its against company policy to give anyone break during rushes. How do I survive this? I have a metal plate and screws on my right ankle and it hurts badly at the end of the night. I'm glad I have a job, don't get me wrong, but how can I survive this? I have two more 9 hour shifts to deal with... I feel very overwhelmed. Help?

[Prettygurl12]

Pain killers. Take some before your shift and then after. I work fast food as well. Yesterday I worked from 10am-9pm. If you get a break take some more.

I pull long ass shifts like that 6 days a week. My schedule is basically as follows

S 11a-9p
M 3p-2A
T 3p-2a
W 3p-2a
T OFF :)
F 3p-2a
S 3p-2a

I'm telling you, pain killers are the way to go. You can also consult with a health professional for alternative methods of pain control and whether or not you're even fit to work such a demanding job. Good luck to you.

[beesod]

I wouldn't regularly take pain killers unless the doctor says so. There's usually a reason for pain and that should be looked at first before preventing your senses from feeling it.

[Prettygurl12]

Oh certainly. But until she can get in to see a doctor the pain meds will be a quick fix so she can run around at work and stand long enough. My legs kill some days after work but if it ever became chronic I'd be in to see a doctor :p

[beesod]

It may take a while to get use to, but your feet will ache for a few weeks due to standing up most of the day. It's better if you can keep moving rather than being in the same place.

As for you pain, I would imagine it happens for a reason. You should consult your doctor, perhaps your job isn't recommended if it is starting to hurt you at the end of the day.