My surgeon said to avoid the gym for about a month and to not lift anything over 10 lbs, but I'm wondering if I can do light exercises like stationary bike or walking on a treadmill with an incline after 2 weeks post op? I wouldn't be doing anything too strenuous, just want to help maintain the weight that I lost before surgery, and to not be so sedentary while I heal
Answer: Male breast reduction and exercise routine I suggest that you stick to your doctor's recommendations and always seek for his permission before you attempt to perform your usual exercise routine. Take note that he is in the best position to give you advice as he knows your medical history, risk factors (if there is any), etc.
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Answer: Male breast reduction and exercise routine I suggest that you stick to your doctor's recommendations and always seek for his permission before you attempt to perform your usual exercise routine. Take note that he is in the best position to give you advice as he knows your medical history, risk factors (if there is any), etc.
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Answer: Activity after gynocomastia It is extremely important that for the first three weeks minimum you are not getting your heart rate up. If you are able to do a slow pace walk without an incline, that is okay. Compression for 24/7 and no rigorous activity is very important to avoid complications. As far as lifting, you really want to avoid anything over 25 pounds for those three weeks as well. Avoiding any strain to the area all together is going to ensure your body is able to heal properly.
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Answer: Activity after gynocomastia It is extremely important that for the first three weeks minimum you are not getting your heart rate up. If you are able to do a slow pace walk without an incline, that is okay. Compression for 24/7 and no rigorous activity is very important to avoid complications. As far as lifting, you really want to avoid anything over 25 pounds for those three weeks as well. Avoiding any strain to the area all together is going to ensure your body is able to heal properly.
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July 31, 2023
Answer: Light exercise after gynecomastia surgery I agree with your surgeon to avoid the gym for about a month after gynecomastia surgery. You don't want to irritate the surgical area in a way that may lead to bleeding, opening of incisions, infection or excess swelling which all will delay healing.
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July 31, 2023
Answer: Light exercise after gynecomastia surgery I agree with your surgeon to avoid the gym for about a month after gynecomastia surgery. You don't want to irritate the surgical area in a way that may lead to bleeding, opening of incisions, infection or excess swelling which all will delay healing.
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March 5, 2017
Answer: Gynecomastia male breast reduction breast gland liposuction post-operative exercise Thank you for your question about post-operative exercise after male breast reduction for gynecomastia. I would advise you follow your plastic surgeon’s post-operative rules. Ask your plastic surgeon what you can and cannot do. Every plastic surgeon has their own way of performing gynecomastia. They also have their own particular set of post-operative rules for you to follow after male breast reduction. These post-operative rules have been created over the years by your plastic surgeon. Theses set of rules have worked for your plastic surgeon’s patients and with the way he or she performs male breast reduction surgery for gynecomastia. Please stick to what your plastic surgeon suggests. I hope this answers your questions regarding post-operative activity after male breast surgery. If you have any other questions regarding male breast reduction, gynecomastia, and activity after gynecomastia surgery, please contact my office. Sincerely, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen
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March 5, 2017
Answer: Gynecomastia male breast reduction breast gland liposuction post-operative exercise Thank you for your question about post-operative exercise after male breast reduction for gynecomastia. I would advise you follow your plastic surgeon’s post-operative rules. Ask your plastic surgeon what you can and cannot do. Every plastic surgeon has their own way of performing gynecomastia. They also have their own particular set of post-operative rules for you to follow after male breast reduction. These post-operative rules have been created over the years by your plastic surgeon. Theses set of rules have worked for your plastic surgeon’s patients and with the way he or she performs male breast reduction surgery for gynecomastia. Please stick to what your plastic surgeon suggests. I hope this answers your questions regarding post-operative activity after male breast surgery. If you have any other questions regarding male breast reduction, gynecomastia, and activity after gynecomastia surgery, please contact my office. Sincerely, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen
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January 24, 2017
Answer: Exercise After Gynecomastia Surgery This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients, I do not want them to exercise other than walking, for 4 to 6 weeks after their surgery. Good luck!
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January 24, 2017
Answer: Exercise After Gynecomastia Surgery This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients, I do not want them to exercise other than walking, for 4 to 6 weeks after their surgery. Good luck!
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January 16, 2017
Answer: Can you do light cardio exercise post gynecomastia surgery? Thank you for sharing your question and photograph and congratulations on your gynecomastia surgery! Though each surgeon has their own respective recovery protocol, in general it would be okay to do light activity 2 weeks after surgery. Talk to your surgeon and discuss your options as they know your procedure and post-operative course better than anyone. Hope this helps.
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January 16, 2017
Answer: Can you do light cardio exercise post gynecomastia surgery? Thank you for sharing your question and photograph and congratulations on your gynecomastia surgery! Though each surgeon has their own respective recovery protocol, in general it would be okay to do light activity 2 weeks after surgery. Talk to your surgeon and discuss your options as they know your procedure and post-operative course better than anyone. Hope this helps.
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