Weight training following Fraxel CO2 laser?

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I am a weight lifter and am in day 4 of my co2 fraxel Lazer treatment. Doing well aside from intense itching!!! My plastic surgeon's nurse said lifting after 72 hours was fine. I don't do cardio so there will be no sweating involved. Just interested in what other Dr's say about lifting heavy following this treatment! Thank you!!!

Monica Boen, MD · Answer

The main reason to avoid exercising for a period of time post-procedure is to reduce swelling and avoid the irritation and itchiness caused by sweating. Follow your doctor’s post-procedure instructions for best results.

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

I would recommend no physical activity for at least 7 days after CO2 Fraxel. Please contact a qualified provider or a board-certified physician with extensive experience in these procedures.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

The problem with the gym is that it is full of MRSA. I would wait for the skin to be healed more. Wait until day 7 in my opinion. I wouldn't want your smooth recovery to be compromised with an infection.

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