Can I go on a long hike 6 months after my Facelift?

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I'm getting a lower face and neck lift on February 25th. My husband and I are planning on hiking the Coast to Coast walk across England (190 miles) in August. Is this feasible or foolhardy? I'm 52 and in good shape. Thanks!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

In my practice you would be permitted to take a hike within a week or so the operation. Generally by 3 to 6 weeks full athletic activity is permitted.

Theda C. Kontis, MD · Answer

The typical recovery for a facelift is 10-14 days. I usually allow my patients to return to work at about 2 weeks and exercise about 3 weeks postop. Six months is certainly enough time for you to have healed and allow you go on your trip without any limitations in your activity.

Gregory T. Lynam, MD · Answer

You are good to go with any of the answers! In my office nothing strenous for 2 weeks then slowly get to more and back to normal at 2 months! Have  a great trip!!!

Charles Cope, MD · Answer

Hi. You should be able to resume everyday activities 7-10 days after a facelift, and exercise after 3 weeks  without problems. At 6 months there will be no problems at all. All the best for your surgery.

P. Daniel Ward, MD · Answer

After a facelift, be sure to follow your physician's instructions.  These instructions usually involve limited activity for the first few days to weeks.  In most cases, you can resume normal activity after 4-6 weeks.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I do not see any reason why you could not go hiking 6 months after a facelift.  It is always best to check with your particular surgeon though, as he or she may have certain protocols for after surgery.

Suzanne Kim Doud Galli, MD, PhD, FACS · Answer

Yes. Most patients resume normal activity 7-10 days after a lower face lift. The dissection in a lower face lift is less than in a full facelift and therefore, the recovery is much faster. After 6 months, you should be well into your normal activity and even ready for a long hike. Have fun!

Michael A. Bogdan, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

By 6 months, you should have no restrictions after a face lift.  I release my patients to all activities after 6 weeks.  The only thing you should be careful about would be to wear sunblock.  (Your skin may still be numb in some regions - don't get a sunburn!)
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Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Physical activity following a face lift potentially can help the healing process three to six weeks following a procedure. Judging on when your surgery is and when the trip is you should be capable of full physical activity. However that is quite a long walk. You may wish to include some warming up in the middle of that recovery period at four or five weeks to see if you are feeling up to it.

Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question!you should definitely be ready for your trip in England by August if your surgery is in February.  Good luck to you!

Can I go on a long hike 6 months after my Facelift?

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