How Long After a Closed Reduction to a Broken Nose Before I Can Exercise And/or Play Sports?

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My nose has slightly (and to some, unnoticeably) curved to the right.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

I generally recommend to my patients that they refrain from exercising for 6 weeks after surgery. Exercising can contribute to swelling, which will slow down your rate of recovery.

Andres Bustillo, MD, FACS · Answer

You should be able to return to exercise 3 weeks after surgery. Contact sports at 6 weeks. However, you should check with your surgeon since he knows you case specifically.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Please direct this question to your surgeon as I you cannot tell me exactly what procedure was performed. As a general rule, most surgeons will release patients to full physical activity at 1-2 weeks and contact sports at 3 weeks. Ask your surgeon for their specific recommendations. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACSWeber Facial Plastic Surgery

William Portuese, MD · Answer

it is always best to check with your surgeon on what the limitations they have placed after your  Broken nose procedure.  In our practice, we recommend 2 weeks of no exercise  and 6 weeks for no contact sports.

Michael Sundine, MD, FACS · Answer

My recommendation to patients is for them to not exercise vigorously for three weeks following the reduction.  They may return to sports at six weeks following the reduction.

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