My husband is heading for Aper surgery soon and we are hearing all different stories about lifting, not just after surgery but for life. My husband has a very active job … with heavy lifting. We know things are going to have to change due to the risks but just wondering to what extent? Any stories of how active or what u are able to lift would be great? Thanks in advance x
I was told by my surgeon after 6 weeks when he saw me that I could start lifting weights again between 5 and 15kg.
The colorectal nurse advised a stoma belt so I am waiting for an appointment to be measured for one before I start.
I had an ileostomy in May and am happily doing shopping and housework. Only thing I don't lift is the 30kg bags of cat litter!
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