When can I lift light weights after rhinoplasty? Curious about the various protocols doctors give their patients.

It is best to inquire release for strenuous activity
from your surgeon who is best familiar with your case and it’s nuances. There
could be a range of timetables at different practices. In general, most
surgeons instruct you to avoid any strenuous activity for at least one week,
and some sort of resumption of the gym at 2-3 weeks out are often approved.

You can start lifting weights two weeks after surgery, however you have to listen to your body.  If you feel some throbbing in your nose when you lift you will likely have swelling and started back to soon.  Every patient heals at a different rate based on lifestyle and age, so listen to your surgeon, and listen to your own body.  Be well.

Exercising too soon after rhinoplasty probably won’t hhurt anything, but will create considerable swelling.  I recommend slowly easing back into exercise between two and three weeks, but prefer you to take the advice of your surgeon.