How long after rhinoplasty can I resume kickboxing and rigorous physical activity?

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Hello community! I'm going under the knife for open rhinoplasty in a few days and I'm hopeful and excited for what's to come. However, I also kickbox 6-7 times a week and habitually run 1-2 miles everyday and was wondering when I can resume both activities. The chances of getting kicked in the nose is pretty low. My surgeon will be performing an open rhinoplasty and shaving down my dorsal hump (+ osteotomy), utilizing a silicone bridge implant, and also reducing the tip of my nose. Thank you! ☺️

Jacob Sedgh, MD · Answer

There are no strict scientific rules about timing of restrictions following rhinoplasty. In general at least for a few weeks following the surgery people are supposed to maintain a low  activity level. When it comes to contact sports and the risk of getting hit in the nose the rules are more strict and I personally advise people for restraining from such activities for at least three months.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear helglimm3r,in contact sports there is always a chance of injury. Also, running after the rhinoplasty can cause bleeding and swelling. Every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Deepak Raj Dugar, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. During the first 6 weeks, you can resume all normal functional activities such as work, socializing and light physical activity. Heavy physical activity (running, jogging, heavy weight lifting, downward face poses for yoga/pilates) are restricted until after week 6.All the best, Deepak Dugar, MDScarless Rhinoplasty ExpertBeverly Hills, CA 90210

William Portuese, MD · Answer

It would actually be better to finish your kickboxing career first, and then undergo rhinoplasty procedure. In our practice, we ask patients to refrain from heavy exercise for two weeks and avoid contact sports for six weeks.

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear helglimm3r, Every surgeon has a post operative protocol that they ask their patients to follow.  I would suggest that you speak with your surgeon and discuss your daily activities and since he/she will know best where you are in the recovery phase they can discuss the pros and cons of your requested activities. On another note, I find it unusual that you are having a dorsal hump reduction and placement of a silicone implant on the bridge? These are opposing concepts?  See examples of before and after rhinoplasty below and in the video above. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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