Gym after surgery

[gynokeralite]

I had my gyno surgery 3 weeks back my doc said i can hit gym after 3 weeks and cardio after 2 weeks , i had grade 2 gyno and lateral pull thru technique along with lipo suction was used . My doubt is that can i really start gym and cardio after this tym period also while hitting gym can i start isolated chest excersices including bench presses..??

[Litlriki]

In my practice, I allow cardio after a week, resistance training without overhead maneuvers at two weeks, add in overhead as tolerated starting third week and add direct chest training after 4 weeks.  All surgeons have their own approach, but I have had no complications with this regimen. 
Good luck. 

[gynokeralite]

Thanks doc for the information.

[DrPensler]

I typically have patients begin light cardio after 72 hours with weight loads to the pectoral area soon after but in a reduced fashion which gradually builds back to normal over a two week period.

[Dr. Cruise]

Every surgeon has their own recommendations for resuming exercise following gyne surgery and every patient heals at a different rate, so your healing progress must be taken into consideration and recommendations adjusted accordingly. 
My protocol is more conservative - If my patient is healing as expected, I let them start exercising at 2 weeks post-op with non-impact cardio and light weights (not chest area). Eight weeks post-op they can  begin working out on their chest and can return to impact/cardio activities ( running, etc). 
If you feel any discomfort in your breasts. during or after your workout, your body is telling you you're doing too much. Swelling will delay your recovery and may cause other problems. Listen to your body. You want to avoid tension or strain on your chest, so your incisions heal properly.
Best, Dr. C