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How Long After Rhinoplasty Can You Start Exercising?

asked 2 years ago by Nick_Male_40 in New York, NY
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
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How long should I wait to start exercising after rhinoplasty? I had my procedure exactly 15 days ago and have had no issues whatsoever, no bleeding, no pain, just numbness.

4 answers to How Long After Rhinoplasty Can You Start Exercising?

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Okay to exercise two weeks after rhinoplasty

It is important to refrain from any exercise after a nose job for at least two weeks. This is to prevent a hemorrhage and/or a nosebleed.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Exercise after Rhinolasty

Generally, I advise my patients to avoid strenuous activity for 2-3 weeks after rhinoplasty. I define "strenuous" as anything that raises a patient's blood pressure, pulse, or breathing rate. They are told to avoid nasal trauma for 6 weeks after surgery.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Usually okay to exercise two weeks after rhinoplasty

Every surgeon and every patient is different, but in general I like patients to avoid strenuous exercise for two weeks after rhinoplasty. If a patient were particularly bloody, or had an excessive amount of bruising, however, I might restrict that for longer. All the best, --DCP
David C. Pearson, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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I allow my patients to resume unlimited physical activity 3 weeks following Rhinoplasty Surgery.

You should ask your surgeon for specific advice after your surgery. I have seen nose-bleeds any time within 3 weeks following nose job surgery. For this reason, I ask my patients to refrain from working out for a full 3 weeks. I hope this is helpful for you.
Eric M. Joseph, MD

West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.ericmjoseph.com

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