Q When can I start exercising or lifting heavy things again after surgery?
A Light walking is recommended early on since it helps recovery and circulation, but activities that put pressure on the anus, like lifting heavy objects, exercises that greatly raise abdominal pressure, or cycling, should be avoided until the wound heals.
Detailed Answer
After hemorrhoid surgery, gentle, unhurried walking helps blood circulation and bowel movement, which is good for recovery. On the other hand, activities that put pressure on the anal area or greatly raise abdominal pressure, such as lifting heavy objects, exercises that strain the abdominal muscles, or cycling with prolonged sitting, can irritate the wound and increase the risk of bleeding and recurrence, so they should be avoided until the wound heals. Follow the guidance of the hospital that performed the surgery on when and what activities become possible.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
At Dongjedang, we replenish qi and blood to raise the physical strength itself while also guiding an activity range suited to each recovery stage. We help you avoid activities that put heavy pressure on the lower body and gradually expand into circulation-supporting light movement without strain, supporting recovery.
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