My Son is 14 and Needs Surgery for His Ears. How Long Before He Can Play Baseball? and Basketball?

This is a common and important question.

I typically recommend that patients undergoing this type of procedure avoid activities that could expose their recently operated ears to any trauma for at least 6 to 8 weeks. Also, a head band for the first two weeks following surgery is recommended.  I tell patients to think of it as a similar concept to using a retainer after orthodontic treatment (braces).

This is a question I get all the time and I typically schedule otoplasties after the ballplaying season is over but your son is both a baseball and basketball player! I would recommend waiting at least 8 weeks before resuming contact sports. 

 Is always best to check with your surgeon prior to performing the otoplasty procedure. In our practice, we recommend patient's are able to get back to sporting activities within a month after the otoplasty procedure.