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Swimming?

Did anyone's surgeon give a recommendation for how long after surgery we can go swimming? Does anyone have any experience or advice with this?

Thanks! :)

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  • Hi! My surgeon told me 3 to 6 wks depending on how I feel..

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    My surgeon said to wait at least one week.

  • Inner Surfer Girl
    Inner Surfer Girl

    My surgeon said. 10 days. I think it depends on how well the incisions have healed.

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<p>Did anyone's surgeon give a recommendation for how long after surgery we can go swimming? Does anyone have any experience or advice with this?</p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks! :)</p>

Hi! My surgeon told me 3 to 6 wks depending on how I feel..

My surgeon said to wait at least one week.

i dont know honestly but i have to say.. yaaasss swimming all day! -high fives-

Hi! My surgeon told me 3 to 6 wks depending on how I feel..

Mine said 6 to 8 weeks. You need to heal.

My surgeon said to wait until my incisions are completely healed. It took 9 weeks. Enjoy the swimming.

I was cleared for swimming and weight lifting after 6 weeks. Mentally it took me another four or so to actually work up the nerve to use the pool at the gym. LOL. Now I have all these accessories. Like a kickboard and these swimming paddles for my hands.

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