I had gall bladder surgery 2 weeks ago, i want to know what the recovery is before i can play racquet ball. how long before a person can play a vigorous active, such as, raquet ball after having your gall bladder removed.

While : While the general rule of thumb is 6 weeks, it can be shorter if it was done laparoscopically, if you are in otherwise good health and was relatively active before - it so, even as short as 2 weeks is possible. However if you are on other medications, such as corticosteroids, that may interfere with wound healing, it may take longer. In addition, if there is any redness or drainage from the wound, if you have other medical problems, such as diabetes, you have kidney or liver disease, history of poor healing, then you will also need longer period of time. As with any recovery after surgery, you need to resume activity in a graded manner, starting off lightly and increasing as you tolerate.

Considering : Considering you haven't provided any details about your surgery, open or laparoscopic, etc, the safest answer to provide is 6 weeks. Strenuous activity soon and you run the risk of developing a hernia at the operative site. Of course, you could ask your surgeon this question as well........

At : At two weeks after uncomplicated gallbladder surgery, your physical activity should not be limited. As long as you are comfortable, you can play racquet ball at this point.

Ask Surgeon.: Your surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to returning to specific activities after surgery. He/she knows exactly what was done, how you are progressing, whether you have experienced any complications, and exactly what you are planning on doing. Remember that he/she is ultimately responsible for your care.