Hi, I just had a closed tip rhinoplasty on 9/10/14. I had signed up for a half marathon for 9/28/14. Is it okay to run this distance so soon after the nose job? What would happen if I did? If you advise against it, when would you suggest I can run that distance?
September 17, 2014
Answer: Can half marathon be run 3 weeks after rhinoplasty? It may be possible for you to run a half marathon 3 weeks after rhinoplasty, but you should confirm this with your surgeon. Only your surgeon knows exactly what was done during your procedure and is most familiar with your health. I would follow whatever advice your surgeon gives.
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September 17, 2014
Answer: Can half marathon be run 3 weeks after rhinoplasty? It may be possible for you to run a half marathon 3 weeks after rhinoplasty, but you should confirm this with your surgeon. Only your surgeon knows exactly what was done during your procedure and is most familiar with your health. I would follow whatever advice your surgeon gives.
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September 17, 2014
Answer: Activity after rhinoplasty. In general, it is best to avoid strenuous activity for four to six weeks after rhinoplasty. There is always a risk for injury to the nose in the postoperative period which may affect the result of the surgery. This allows for reduced swelling and for the nasal bones and grafts to heal in the appropriate position. With strenuous activity, there is also a risk for bleeding, particularly if a septoplasty or turbinate reduction was done as well. Light activity on a treadmill or stationary bike should be fine. I would recommend seeing your doctor prior to the marathon. If your doctor feels you have appropriately healed from surgery, he or she will clear you to participate in the marathon.
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September 17, 2014
Answer: Activity after rhinoplasty. In general, it is best to avoid strenuous activity for four to six weeks after rhinoplasty. There is always a risk for injury to the nose in the postoperative period which may affect the result of the surgery. This allows for reduced swelling and for the nasal bones and grafts to heal in the appropriate position. With strenuous activity, there is also a risk for bleeding, particularly if a septoplasty or turbinate reduction was done as well. Light activity on a treadmill or stationary bike should be fine. I would recommend seeing your doctor prior to the marathon. If your doctor feels you have appropriately healed from surgery, he or she will clear you to participate in the marathon.
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