Getting back to running after surgery

monjacq1964

I'm having surgery on March 5 (laparascopic, but with a 3- 4 inch lower abdominal incision as well), and I'd really like to get back to running as soon as I can. The surgeon has given me clearance to start running at about 4 weeks post op. I'd really like to hear from others about how they've managed this.

CipherZero

Had open heart surgery in early December. Even with that major surgery I was starting to run - albeit slower and less time - eight weeks later.
Don't expect to get back to your pre-op speed all at once; patience and listening to your body's response to exercise is more important.

imjolly

I have my surgery scheduled for March 12th, same incisions. I was told by my doctor that I can start walking immediately but no running, lifting, bending etc for 6 weeks.
My sister had the same surgery and she started working out 2 weeks after her procedure (too soon) and then had a month + set back.
I have struggled with the fact that I can't run, bike or swim for so long but I plan to walk everyday to stay in shape so when I do start running I won't be in horrible shape.

Good Luck to you and take it slow. Though 4-6 weeks seems like a lifetime it really isn't that long but if you start back too soon you could do more harm than good.

monjacq1964

thank you so much. I've been kind of lazy over the winter, this crazy amount of snow and cold really kicked my a** and now i want to take advantage of the upcoming nice weather.

monjacq1964

thank you. i'll definitely take it slow and easy, i don't want to risk injury or setbacks.

imjolly

Hope all went well. How are you feeling, 4 days post-surgery?