Is It Safe to Return to the Gym Two Weeks After Tip Rhinoplasty?

Hello Petra,

 

Depending on the surgery that a surgeon can clear a patient for working out after a certain time post-surgery.

 

Aside risking to cause a possible trauma to your nose if weights are being lifted or if overhead exercises are being performed, 2 weeks post-surgery with the swelling remaining and the healing progress going on may not be enough of recovery time before you engage into strenuous exercise.

 

Nonetheless, I encourage you to consult with your physician as he/she knows best of the details of your surgery and can assess your progress after a physical examination.

 

Thank you for your question.

Dr. Sajjadian

It is best to refrain from engaging in any intense physical activity for 4-6 weeks following surgery.  Not following these guidelines may result in the following:

 

1) An increase in your swelling
2) A delay in your healing

I would recommend getting back into your routine gradually, so your body is not too shocked when you resume.  Some light walking after 2-3 weeks would be great.  If you weight train, start light and gradually work your way up to where you were prior to surgery.  As long as you do not exert yourself too much before the 4 week point, everything should be fine. Thanks and good luck with your recovery.

    

Two week after Tip rhinoplasty surgery, light exercises are acceptable. You must start slowly and build up to your previous duration over next couple of weeks. Initially there will be slight increase in swelling as result of blood flow to nasal area. The key is going light in the beginning. Good luck and good healing.

I let my patients gradually increase their exercise routine starting with unlimited walking 2 weeks after surgery then low resistance maximum repetition from three weeks on slowly increasing weight a few pounds  at a time and head elevated until 6 weeks. After 6 weeks there is no restrictions for non contact activity

In general you can return tot he gym as long as you do not bump your nose because it takes a minimum of 6 weeks to heal from a rhinoplasty.

As an exercise enthusiast, I definitely appreciate the frustration in having to take a break from the gym. In general, I have my patients slowly return to exercise after two weeks, but it is extremely important to start gently, use your best judgement and stop if anything feels uncomfortable, and to talk with your surgeon beforehand. There are certain cases where I want patients to wait a little longer before resuming exercise.

You can begin ramping up activities 2 weeks after rhinoplasty surgery. However, your surgeon should guide you on the level of activity appropriate for you.

Thank you for the question. In general you need about three to four week weeks before you can start light exercise such as cardio on a treadmill and 6 week before any contact sports. But, still contact your plastic surgeon.

I guess it would depend on what you are going to do at the gym. Some cardio workout should be fine, but I would avoid weight lifting for another 4 weeks - more chances to accidentaly hit the nose and cause some injury. Your bones should be fairly set 6-8 weeks after the surgery.

I usually have patients hold off on any aerobic activity  for at least 3-4 weeks and exertional activity for 6-8 weeks. Remember your nose will swell with activity.