Post op advise

[Bevfall]

Hi there .. Hope small op for fibroids 23/4/15 ... Told not to lift for 2 weeks . Now wondering when I can get back to c25k ... Started it just before operation... And could not believe how much I enjoyed it !!!! Missing the buzz ... Any body had similar and could advise please ?? X

[Realfoodieclub Graduate]

I had a little op last year, slightly different but always best to ask specifically when you can run again. My consultant was great she totally understood my need and told me To go for a walk first, if there was any pulling or pressure stop. When I could walk with no side effects after a week I could try a gentle jog. Most Dr's are more than happy to let you know when you can get back into things. Most importantly treat yourself with some TLC as you heal.

[flossieflyblow Graduate]

Agree with RFC. Go very gently and don't worry that it will add a few weeks to C25K. Lots of us took longer than 9 weeks; it took me about 6 months with one thing and another!!

[Bevfall]

Thanks .for advise .. I feel as though I'm shirking abit cos actually ok .. (Apart from leg aching )! .. Get tired , but wonder if that is lack of activity !!

[nhs2015 Graduate]

Just be careful. It depend on the op but I would say with yours, just wait. You don't want the internal stitches to bust. I had an op 12 days ago to remove two renegade blood clots playing snooker in my veins and had to put c25k on hold. I miss it a lot and still have nine days before starting up again. In the meantime, I am walking a lot to try to keep up with my fitness so that Saturday a week I will be full on. So my advice, listen to your surgeon and only do what is safe.