When can I resume heavy lifting after a Rhinoplasty?

It all depends on the extent of the rhinoplasty.  What did the surgeon see when he/she was in there? Did they do extensive septum, turbinate, and bone work? Did they do extensive tip work? Best to take the advise of your surgeon's office before starting on an exercise regimen. We usually tell our patients at each visit what their restrictions are. We tell them, (at the appropriate time),to start slowly and then progress from there. Also, don't be frustrated if you lost endurance, or gains in lifting. It will take a while to get back to where you were. Please do talk with your surgeon and get a plan, so together you are on the same page.

I usually advise my patients that they can resume heavy activity after two weeks. Some of this may depend on the exact nature of your surgery. If in doubt, it is always best to ask your surgeon for his or her advice.Hope that helps.Best wishes,-Dr. Asaria

Thanks for sharing your concerns with us.I don't recommend heavy lifting before swelling is gone. Swelling after a rhinoplasty depends of the surgery complexity.In this regard, the nasal swelling Post-op It can last from two weeks to two months.To reduce this swelling, I recommend you perform delicates daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy over the face (around the nose) avoid sun exposure, and take pain/inflamation pills, as your surgeron precribe you.Kind regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-