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Can i lift weights 3 months after thoracic outlet syndrome surgery?
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Surgeon: The surgeon who performed your surgery is best qualified to answer your question about when strenuous activity could be resumed and,just as important, what type of activities should be permanently avoided.
Answered 3/8/2015
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Depends on how much: weight you are contemplating. Usually heavy lifting is restricted for at least 6 months
Answered 4/27/2018
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