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I just had mitral valve repair 2 weeks ago, after three months recovery can i lift my hands up and lift heavy products like before?

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Dr. Gebrehana Zebro (formerly Woldegiorgis) answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

I would think you: Lift your arm but lifting heavy object is not a good idea . Talk to your cardiac surgeon , he will give you the right recommendation.

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Answered 5/5/2015

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Check with surgeon: Typically by 12 weeks after open chest surgery, one would be released to normal activity, but you should check with your surgeon for your individual situation.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/5/2015

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A member asked:

I just had mitral valve repair 2 weeks ago, after three months recovery can i lift my hands up and lift heavy products like before?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gebrehana Zebro (formerly Woldegiorgis) answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Dr. Elden Rand answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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