Physical exercise after labiaplasty?

A labiaplasty is a great procedure to remove excess tissue of the labia minora (the inner labia) that can sometimes develop with puberty or after having kids. Excess tissue in that area can cause discomfort from getting pinched in clothing or with certain exercise (biking, horseback riding). It can also make for excessive moisture in the area resulting in UTI’s or yeast infections. It can even get in the way during intercourse. Labiaplasty removes the excess tissue, brings things back to more normal proportions and gets rid of those nasty symptoms.
Labiaplasty involves an incision at the base of the excess tissue to remove it. The cut edge is then sewn back together and has to heal. During the healing process it is important to minimize friction and pressure across the incision lines. This means limited walking and exertion and shorter periods of sitting for the first 3 weeks post-op. Usually, by 3 weeks out you can start back on going for walks and using the treadmill or elliptical. Before you would be back to more strenuous exertion it may be a little longer depending on healing and swelling. Due to the location of the incisions it usually is about 6 weeks before using tampons or resuming intercourse (just like after having an episiotomy with a baby). The great thing is that almost everybody who has this surgery done is very happy with the results. It reliably improves the symptoms and it is very rare to see the problem and symptoms reoccur.

Hello,Most individuals resume exercise around 4 weeks after surgery, including cardio and other activities without limitations.  During post-operative visits your surgeon will guide you regarding the recommended level of activity depending on your individual progress.Warm regards,Dr Pedy Ganchi                                                                                                                                                  Village Plastic Surgery