Resuming Workout After Thyroidectomy
You should not lift any heavy objects for about 2 weeks after your operation to avoid any strain on your neck.
Resuming workout after thyroidectomy. - I would wait and see how you feel after a couple of weeks. The only restrictions on activity are no exercise or athletics until the post-op visit about 2 weeks after. Your recovery will depend on why you had surgery the type of surgery performed and your previous activity level.
Avoid tilting the head backward until healing is complete since s it is bad for cervical discs and can open up incisions. Do not over-extend your neck backwards for 2 weeks after surgery. Aim to do your exercises about 30 minutes to 1 hour after taking any painkillers.
And walk 6mi plus a day. Thyroid recovery time varies significantly depending on several factors. However a person must wait at least 10 days to continue any strenuous work out such as high impact exercises.
Start doing regular workouts to increase metabolism. The patient may resume normal activity as their comfort level allows. Practise the basic movements you need to drive safely.
Will I need to wait several days after surgery or will it be more like 2 wks. The patient may drive when they can comfortably and safely operate a car frequently within 2 days. You should be comfortable in the driving position and able to safely control your car including freely performing an emergency stop.
You may shower and wash gently with soap and water over the incision 24 hours after surgery. Normal routine life activities can be resumed after a day of surgery. Dont do significantly more than 3 times a day 5 to 10 repeats.