Question 1

inguinal hernia. i had hernia surgery about two weeks ago, didn't lift anything, but lump and hurts like it did after surgery. is it ok?

Accepted Answer

Prob scar tissue: Scar tissue can be extra sensitive  I would suggest following up with the surgeon or your PCP to make sure not a post surgical issue

Question 2

what happens if i lift more than 10 pounds after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Possible hernia: Surgical incisions in the abdominal area are under significant stress. Generally it takes about 6 weeks for these incisions to fully heal. To avoid weakening the closure of these incisions it is typical to recommend that patients avoid adding additional stress. Doing so reduces the risk of incisional hernia formation.

Question 3

why can't i lift more than 10 lbs after surgery?

Accepted Answer

What king of surgery: What kind of surgery and how long after is it . 

10 pounds is little more that a gallon of milk so put it in perspective. How you lift is also an issue. 

Check with the surgeon.

Question 4

i have been diagnosed with gred and hital hernia, after surgery will i be able to lift weights again?

Accepted Answer

Hiatal hernia GERD: First line therapy for hiatal hernia and gerd, (acid/bile reflux) is medications to lower the acid. If you fail medical therapy, then surgery may help you. Damaged/scarred lower esophagus and cancer can occur with NO therapy. Okay to ask your regular doc about medical therapy. A scope/EGD will be helpful to diagnose and help plan future therapies. Be cautious about surgery before medication.

Question 5

will i need to wear a chip strap after a neck lift? i've read that some doctors don't think compression is very useful after the first 24 hours after surgery. is it the same for chin straps after a neck lift?

Accepted Answer

I : I think it's pretty common to have patients wear a chin strap for more than 24 hours after a necklift. I have my patients wear it for at least a week to help support the tissues and get rid of tissue swelling.

Question 6

will i ever be able to lift weights again after surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Yes: if surgery done properly and after rehab you should be able to return to weight training

Question 7

after open heart surgery. when will i be able to lift heavy weights again? and do people usually lose significant weight after surgery?

Accepted Answer

3 months & yes: I typically restrict lifting, pushing and pulling for 3 months following heart surgery thru standard incision. 1 month for min invasive approach. I keep them to 10 lbs for 6 weeks and 25 lbs for another 6 weeks. Weight loss. I usually tell patients to expect to loose 10 to 30 pounds over 2-3 months after surgery. Unfortunately they often gain it all back w/in a yr.

Question 8

i was diagnosed with a complex transpheric anterior fistula. i'm m,48. my doctor recommended lift or flap surgery. after surgery if it's successful what are the future risks? will i be able to safely ride a bicycle or lift heavy things after time?

Accepted Answer

: The post op complications should be discussed in detailed with your oral surgeon, I advise. I do not see any reason that your activities are limited after you are fully recovered.

Question 9

my dad just turned 70 had heart surgery after mitral valve regurgitation severe from endocarditis, had bio valve, he is well now, full work up no cancers/cardio issues etc. after surgery has left bundle branch block. can he come gym and lift weights?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, he can but his cardiologist and cardiac rehab facility should guide him through an exercise program.

Question 10

what could cause pain after surgery five weeks ago?

Accepted Answer

Many different cause: Of coruse the type of surgery is a definite factor. One type of pain- neuropathic- can occur long after the "insult" to the body has healed. This type of pain responds to drugs like gabapentin, snri's and other drugs that work in the nervous system unlike narcotics.

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Inguinal hernia. i had hernia surgery about two weeks ago, didn't lift anything, but lump and hurts like it did after surgery. is it ok?

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What happens if i lift more than 10 pounds after surgery?

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Why can't i lift more than 10 lbs after surgery?

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I have been diagnosed with gred and hital hernia, after surgery will i be able to lift weights again?

A member asked:

Will i need to wear a chip strap after a neck lift? i've read that some doctors don't think compression is very useful after the first 24 hours after surgery. is it the same for chin straps after a neck lift?

A member asked:

Will i ever be able to lift weights again after surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome?

A member asked:

After open heart surgery. when will i be able to lift heavy weights again? and do people usually lose significant weight after surgery?

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with a complex transpheric anterior fistula. i'm m,48. my doctor recommended lift or flap surgery. after surgery if it's successful what are the future risks? will i be able to safely ride a bicycle or lift heavy things after time?

A member asked:

My dad just turned 70 had heart surgery after mitral valve regurgitation severe from endocarditis, had bio valve, he is well now, full work up no cancers/cardio issues etc. after surgery has left bundle branch block. can he come gym and lift weights?

A member asked:

What could cause pain after surgery five weeks ago?

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