Unfortunately, we are not able to give you specific advice on fitness activities, as this is guidance that your GP/Hospital team, or Hospital Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) can provide. As they will be familiar with your situation and treatment. Each patient will have different timeframes for recovery, and advice might vary accordingly. Certainly for most surgery for example, a recovery time of 4 to 6 weeks is expected. Brisk walking and gentle stretching can be built up. Gym or swimming needs more specific advice, and should be built up again gradually. Some patients consider private/NHS Physiotherapy advice, after their doctor has given them the go ahead to resume exercise.
I hope that this is helpful,
Please get back to us if you need any more information or support. You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
