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Is it a bad idea to start lifting weights while my pilonidal cyst heals?

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Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Yes bad idea: These heal slowly pressure sweating rubbing will delay healing bikes are bad as well.

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See your surgeon: Ask your surgeon. It depends on the procedure. If it was a lay open technique, then probably not. Ultimately, your surgeon will know what technique he/she used and what the tolerance is for weight lifting.

Answered 2/26/2013

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Is it a bad idea to start lifting weights while my pilonidal cyst heals?

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