After Rhinoplasty: Safe Exercise Timeline
After Rhinoplasty: Safe Exercise Timeline
Introduction to Post-Rhinoplasty Recovery
Recovering from rhinoplasty is about more than just waiting for swelling to subside, it’s about taking deliberate steps to help your body heal effectively. Exercise can play a surprising role in your recovery. When done right, it improves circulation, reduces swelling, prevents blood clots, and enhances overall well-being. By choosing suitable exercises at the appropriate times, you can maintain your health without jeopardising your rhinoplasty results.
Week-by-Week Safe Exercise Guidelines
Immediate Post-Op: The First Two Weeks
The guiding principle during the first two weeks post-surgery is simple: rest first, exercise later. This initial healing phase is crucial, and avoiding strenuous activities is essential to minimise swelling, prevent bleeding, and protect your healing nose.
Instead of hitting the gym, try gentle walks around your home to keep your circulation going. Low-impact movements are your best friend during this time, helping prevent complications while allowing your body to focus on recovery.
Gradual Resumption: Two to Four Weeks Post-Surgery
At the two- to four-week mark, you may feel ready to reintroduce light cardio exercises like brisk walking or cycling on flat surfaces. However, it’s vital to avoid any high-impact activities or movements that put undue pressure on your nose.
Before starting any new activity, consult your surgeon to ensure it aligns with your unique recovery timeline. Even if cleared, moderation is key. If you experience pain, swelling, or discomfort, ease back and reassess.
Specific Exercise Recommendations After Rhinoplasty Approaching Cardio Workouts Sensibly
Once you’ve moved past the early stages of recovery, you can begin incorporating light cardio workouts into your routine. The focus should remain on maintaining a steady heart rate without any jarring or bouncing movements.
Recommended Exercises:
- Cycling on a stationary bike with minimal resistance.
- Using an elliptical machine for controlled motion.
- Walking on a treadmill at a gentle pace.
Avoid high-intensity exercises like running, as these can jeopardise your nasal tissues during the healing process. Always start with a warm-up and finish with a cool-down to support your body’s transition in and out of activity.
Avoiding Common Pitfalls During Recovery Recognising the Risks of Exercising Too Soon
Exercising too soon after rhinoplasty can lead to setbacks such as increased swelling, bruising, or even nosebleeds. Elevated blood pressure from intense workouts can cause tiny blood vessels to rupture, potentially affecting your surgical outcome.
Signs You’re Doing Too Much, Too Soon
Be vigilant about listening to your body. Key warning signs include:
- Persistent or unusual nosebleeds.
- A sudden spike in pain or discomfort.
- Lingering fatigue after exercising.
If you notice any of these symptoms, reduce your activity level immediately and consult your surgeon for guidance.
Expert Advice for Optimal Healing Keys to Managing Swelling and Pain
Effective pain and swelling management is crucial for a smooth recovery. Ice packs can be particularly helpful in the first few days after surgery, reducing inflammation and providing relief. Elevating your head while resting can further help minimise swelling. These simple steps create a strong foundation for your recovery.
When to Consult Your Surgeon About Exercise
Your surgeon is your best resource when planning your post-rhinoplasty exercise routine. Consult them before making any significant changes to your activity levels. They can provide a personalised exercise plan that supports your healing journey and guide you on safely increasing intensity over time.
If you experience unusual symptoms, such as persistent swelling or discomfort, reach out to your surgeon promptly to determine the best course of action.
Frequently Asked Questions.
When Can I Return to Full Exercise After Rhinoplasty?
Patience is key when returning to your full exercise routine. Most patients can resume strenuous activities around six weeks post-surgery. However, this timeline can vary based on your individual recovery. Always wait for your surgeon’s approval before engaging in high-impact workouts or contact sports.
How Can I Safely Increase My Exercise Intensity Post-Rhinoplasty?
To safely increase your exercise intensity, take a gradual approach:
- Start with low-impact activities such as walking or cycling.
- Gradually extend the duration of your workouts.
- Monitor your body’s response, reducing intensity if needed.
Before moving to more vigorous exercises, seek approval from your surgeon to ensure your activities won’t compromise your results.
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If I could give ten stars I would. From my very first email communications and consultation with Dr Hamedeh through to the surgery itself every step in this process has been faultless. I had always been too frightened to go down the cosmetic surgery route, but after seeing Dr Hamadeh's work I decided to do something I have always wanted to. I didn't research other surgeons, and after speaking with some of his previous patients who spoke so highly of him I knew he was right for me. I was provided with all the information I needed in a timely manner in preparation for the surgery, and on the day of surgery I was immediately put at ease by Dr Hamadeh, the wonderful anaesthetist and Nurse Kelly. Post operation I have had the amazing support of Nurse Kelly - it is so reassuring to have her on the other end of the phone for regular check-ins and she has been incredibly kind &supportive in this journey. And the actual result? More amazing than I could ever have imagined or hoped for, Dr Hamedeh has given me a beautiful, natural looking nose and I couldn't be happier. Life changing. Thank you so much!
Dr Hamadeh was highly recommended to me and so was my first choice of meeting with a surgeon to discuss my plans of rhinoplasty. My first consultation had me feeling very comfortable, not rushed and I appreciated he’s calm mannerism. I knew from then he was the surgeon I wanted and after a second consultation I was excited to plan my rhinoplasty.I have received amazing support from Manuela and Nurse Kelly from the very start- They are a real credit to he’s team. I can’t say enough how amazing Nurse Kelly has been with me, she goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and I wouldn’t have had the experience I have received if it wasn’t for her. Im looking forward to seeing the developments with my nose over the course of weeks and getting back to fitness of which I will be taking Kelly through some core exercises!!
Rhinoplasty post op day 11 - I just wanted to say I cannot recommend Dr Hamadeh and his team enough, the care I have received from himself and also his team has been amazing all the way through from the beginning from my first initial consultation all the way up to now. I have always suffered with my self confidence and for as long as I remember I’ve always wanted to go ahead with rhinoplasty. I felt like Dr Hamadeh could achieve what I wanted most, I wanted something very natural and a nose that complimented my facial features. From the first consultation he told me all the potential risks & complications and listened to what I I liked and disliked. He sent me away to think about everything and I did not feel pressured once. 4 months after my consultation and a lot of thinking i decided to book. I only got my cast off yesterday and so far I am so pleased with my new nose, I am quite swollen however I know it’s all apart of the process and I expected that. I can’t wait for this exciting journey, I can already tell it is exactly how I wanted it & that it compliments my face so much.On the day of surgery I was a little nervous as I wasn’t allowed anyone with me however Kelly the nurse was so lovely to me and made me feel so comfortable. I had around a 2 hour wait until surgery and she sat with me most of the time I was waiting and just spoke to me she made me feel so at ease. Kelly was also alongside me right up until surgery until I woke up and I did not feel any pain or discomfort through the entire process. Every other day after surgery she would check up on me and would help with any questions I had or if I needed help with anything her advice was so good! She is honestly amazing at her job and she made my recovery run so smoothly.
I had a rhinoplasty at Burcot Hall with Dr Hamadeh in Jan 2022. I was left devastated and ended up having a revision with another surgeon 18months later. Dr Hamadeh and Kelly were very nice and the process went smoothly but the result was terrible. I ended up with severe asymmetry, an obstructed right nostril and chronic pain in the tip of my nose. I understand that rhinoplasty is a risk and results may vary but I can say with confidence that I believe I would have had a better result with a different surgeon.
I had a rhinoplasty with Dr Hamadeh a month ago and I am so beyond happy with my result! The surgery and recovery were so much easier than I ever expected, I had no pain, minimal swelling and bruising and Kelly was checking in regularly to make sure everything was going well! Despite only being a month post op and still being swollen I am so happy with my nose, it is exactly what I wanted. I will never be able to thank Dr Hamadeh and Kelly enough!
I underwent septoplasty and rhinoplasty with Dr. Hamadeh, and the entire experience has been incredibly smooth so far. Nurse Kelly deserves special mention for being a true star throughout the process. Her unwavering support, assistance, and reassurance have been invaluable. She consistently goes above and beyond, making the journey exceptionally positive.
For me getting a rhinoplasty was always something I knew I wanted to do, but never knew where to start. I did so much research on so many surgeons which I did find really daunting as I’ve never had any form of surgery before and didn’t really know what I should/shouldn’t be looking for. I then came across Dr Hamadeh and from looking through his Instagram, website, real self/Google reviews, I was really impressed with his work. I watched numerous videos from Dr Hamadehs patients on YouTube & TikTok etc, and decided I wanted to book my consultation. My consultation was full of information, and most importantly I was made aware of the risks associated with the surgery and what would be realistically achievable with my nose, which I think was so important as I knew what I should & shouldn’t expect going into the surgeryI booked my surgery date with Dr Hamadeh, but then had to move this due to some personal circumstances. Elizabeth was really helpful with getting this changed and rearrangedMy surgery date & location did change a few times from where I originally booked, which did give me concerns (again as I’d never had any private surgery before so I didn’t know if this was normal) but I’m really glad I stuck with Dr Hamadeh as my results speak for them self - If you’re having any kind of doubt like this because you don’t know what to expect, I can say from my experience there is no need to worry at allMy surgery date arrived and i was admitted to Harley street, London. The staff were lovely and helped me get into my surgery clothes whilst doing necessary tests. Dr Hamadeh saw me before the surgery to take pictures and also took a picture of the morph on my phone, so he knew what I was aiming for. I was really nervous but Nurse Kelly was amazing - she sat with me for an hour before i was due to go into surgery and held my hand whilst I was on the table waiting for the Anaesthesia to kick in- I felt like I was fast asleep within 10 secondsWhen I woke up, I wasn’t in any pain - the staff kindly placed cool glasses over my eyes and brought me my food. All aftercare was explained to me and I had a bag full of painkillers/antibiotics/extra gauze etc to take home and after a few hours I was good to go. I travelled back from London to Staffordshire (2.5 hours) in no pain at allI took the next week off work, but again I didn’t feel any pain at all throughout this time, just the pressure in my nose/head that many people speak about when sharing their experiences. My packing was dissolvable, so I couldn’t breathe out of my nose for about 8 days - it’s taken a good 4 weeks to feel like I can breathe normally again, even with regular use of the sterimar & other nasal sprays Kelly recommended to meAgain Kelly has been great throughout the post op process, regularly ringing to check in - luckily I haven’t had any concerns, but know that she would be at the other end of the phone if I did need anythingI was again really nervous on my cast removal day, as I didn’t know what to expect because of swelling etc. However as soon as I looked in the mirror I loved the results I saw. My scar is minimal and not noticeable when looking front on.I do feel like my nose has swelled slightly since my cast removal day, but I know this is a trust the process situation and I will see my final result after the year.Overall, at 4 weeks post op I’m super happy with my results and so glad I chose Dr Hamadeh & his lovely team
I could not recommend Dr Hamadeh and his team more! He has made my nose even better than I could expect (and I’ve only had my cast off for 2 days so it’s going to get even better!). Such a good surgeon! Kelly his nurse is amazing, her support throughout has made me feel so at ease. She is the kindest and MOST supportive person. She is only ever a call away to answer any questions and concerns I had (both before and after the surgery). A 10/10 team. Thank you again
After lots of research I decided to go with Dr Hamadeh. I contacted Elizabeth his Pa who is lovely and she booked me in for my consultations and answered any questions I hadAt the consultations I knew I was in good hands, he could see why I was unhappy with my nose and he explained exactly what he would do, he was very professional and honest about expectationsNurse Kelly is amazing! She knew how nervous I was about having surgery and she made me feel so calm and reassured me when I was waiting to go down for surgery. Even after, Kelly would check in on me regularly to see how I was doing and answer any questions I hadI’ve always been self conscious of my nose and my only regret was not doing it sooner. I’m so happy with the results it’s even better than I thought it would be, Dr Hamadeh and he’s team are amazing! Can’t recommend him enough!
I couldn’t recommend Dr Hamadeh enough! I had rhinoplasty in July and I’m unbelievably happy with my results. The whole process has been so amazing and I knew I was in good hands. Dr Hamadeh made me feel so at ease at my first consultation, he was honest and professional throughout. Both Elizabeth and nurse Kelly have been great. Kelly - what an amazing lady! She made me feel so calm when I was waiting to go down for surgery and has checked up on me nearly every day since. Thank you so much! Best decision I’ve made
After thinking about having nose surgery for several years I finally decided to bite the bullet a couple of months ago for my wedding and I’m so glad I did! Dr Hamadeh has been amazing throughout and is truly a master of his craft - thank you so much for giving me my dream nose! You have genuinely changed my life! I cant stop smiling every time I look at myself. Everyone has said how amazing my new nose looks and how much it suits my face. My only regret is not getting it done sooner! I’m so happy I went with Dr Hamadeh who knew exactly what I wanted. I’m also extremely grateful to Kelly for being by my side throughout the process. Kelly was present at my consultation, before/during and after surgery and the aftercare has been amazing. Kelly goes above and beyond for her patients and genuinely cares. She is always available to answer any questions, is reassuring and has just been incredible throughout - thank you again! Thank you to Elizabeth who has also been amazing during this process. Thank you all - you’ve all been wonderful.
My experience has been really rewarding. Both Elizabeth and Kelly are so helpful and friendly. They supported me throughout and made me feel very comfortable with the whole process. Dr Hamadeh is so kind and was very honest with me about the procedure and results that could be achieved. On the day of surgery the nurse, Kelly, stayed with me beforehand and helped me to feel relaxed. I’m only around 2 weeks post op and I love my nose already! The aftercare has also been brilliant and I couldn’t be happier about choosing Dr Hamadeh for my rhinoplasty.
Today I removed my cast, I was amazed with the results. Dr Hamadeh is a very professional doctor he knows what to do. I had a great experience with him and any one look to do rhinoplasty don’t hesitate to do it with Dr Hamadeh. He has a great group. Elizabeth has a great service with providing all the information the patient needs. Kelly is Dr. Hamadeh nurse who has a wonderful personality and she did who assist me from A-Z. I never wished a better treat than the Dr and his team provided for me. Thank Dr Hamadeh and Nurse Kelly.
Honestly this team deserve more than 5 stars, I would give 100 if I could! I’ve had the most wonderful experience with Dr Hamadeh and his team. From the beginning to the end they have all been so lovely and helpful. Kelly my nurse has been amazing and was with me every step of the way, making me laugh through it all!! She made me feel so at ease throughout the whole process and I am extremely grateful to her and wouldn’t of been able to do it without her. She’s been a pleasure and such a friend to me and I wouldn’t of wanted anyone else to have with me along my journey! Dr Hamadeh is an absolute magician and is so kind and humble. He has worked wonders on my nose and I couldn’t be anymore grateful to him. I wouldn’t of wanted to put my trust in anyone else and I couldn’t recommend him and his team enough. They are amazing.I’m so glad I chose Dr Hamadeh as my surgeon, he made me feel very safe in his care from the start and I have zero regrets at all! I am extremely happy with my new nose!!I can’t thank the team enough for everything you’ve done for me ❤️I am so grateful.
Dr Hamadeh and his team are amazing!I love my nose so much, I only got my cast off 2 days ago and I couldn’t be happier with it!Kelly and Elizabeth are amazing!Kelly has been a call or text away throughout the whole process and was by my side during my surgery.She is always there to help and has all the answers, she’s absolutely lovely and made me feel so relaxed and comfortable throughout.Thank you all so much xx
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