re: Is taking a week off the gym okay?

I don't know what your goals for the gym are, but regardless, Yes, its actually good every once in a while to "De-load". Sometimes if you are working out 5-6 times a week, eating proper intake meals, and getting plenty of rest in between, its ok to take a De-load week every once in a while. Even if you only work out a few days a week, its still good to De-load. You are bedridden, so you can't control that, just rest up try to get as much protein in as you can and stay safe man. You'll be back in no time