When can I swim?

[healthydnp 96]

Had surgery Aug 6th. Wondering when I can swim and start exercising. Any thoughts or suggestions?

[HotButterFly 981]

Generally, three weeks post op, as long as the incisions are closed and fully healed; however, every surgeon has their own rules... It only take a second to find out, call them (as I did) and see what are their guidelines.

[melissag43 51]

I had to wait four weeks to swim. You can walk anytime but wait till you cleared for heavy excercise.

[healthydnp 96]

Thanks for the info!

[kll724 3,055]

I think as long as its your pool, and there is no chance of getting infections or passing stuff to others, you can probably swim when your incisions heal. Ask your surgeon.

[HotButterFly 981]

No!!! It doesn't matter if its your own pool, there are STILL. A lot of bacteria

[healthydnp 96]

I wish I had my own pool but it is at the ymca. I think I will wait til I am 4 weeks out just to be on the safe side. Thanks everyone!

[enjoythetime 1,457]

Had surgery Aug 6th. Wondering when I can swim and start exercising. Any thoughts or suggestions?

Every Dr. Is different but I had to wait 6 weeks before i could swim or take a bath.