This will vary from person to person and will depend upon the sport. Are you doing the post-operative exercises regularly at the moment? This is the most important thing to do and I suspect that, when you feel comfortable with these, you should be able to return to your sport. It would be a good idea to phone your specialist breast care nurse and ask for her advice.
Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.
Most women are encouraged to start gentle exercises the day after surgery.
The schedule and approach for starting exercises will be based on your recovery following surgery. The decision regarding when and how to escalate your exercise routine will depend on the smoothness of your post-operative recovery.
Strengthening exercises are now advised to be included in regular exercise routines to enhance overall health. These exercises should commence only 4 to 6 weeks post-surgery and must be customized according to your overall health, medical status, and fitness level.
The timing for resuming your regular sporting activities will depend upon the progress of your recovery following surgery. Typically, swimmingcan be restarted once your scars have fully healed. However, more demanding activities, such as team sports, may require a longer recovery period.
Your breast care nurse will be able to advise you on when to start and increase your exercise routine.
I hope readings this helps
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.
