Otoplasty - How Long Before Working out - Lifting Weights?

Dear inthedark,


You should wait 3 weeks before lifting heavy weights

You want to maintain a normal blood pressure and any spikes can pop a blood vessel and you may have bleeding under the skin

You also need the cartilage to heal well to ensure great results


Best regards,

Nima Shemirani

You can work out 3 weeks after the surgery as long as there is no contact with the ears. If you do contact sports then 6 weeks is a better time frame. Regards
Dr. J
Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Yes- you should be safe working out within 4-6 weeks of yourotoplasty. Always check with your plastic surgeon before resuming activities.