Nissen fundoplication and exercise

Hi.

I might be getting the Nissen this year or at the beggining of 2012 and I just wanted to know your experience of having a Nissen and doing exercise. If I get the Nissen done I would like to start going to the gym, right now I cant really do any sports because it just makes my reflux worse.

So, anyone doing fine with their Nissen and sports or gym?

Thanks!

Post Edited (Jeronimo) : 7/13/2011 7:05:31 AM (GMT-6)

Hi Jeronimo and Digidawinwa

I know I have heard of others who have lifted after a Nissen. I'm sure it's a matter of degree as well. There is certainly more risk in lifting 350 pounds than in lifting 50.

Hopefully you'll get some input from other lifters who have experience with this issue. I searched the internet resources pretty thoroughly and found nothing helpful.

Have you asked your surgeon this question? I am certain you have to severely limit lifting while you recover, or you risk undoing your repair. This is critical to maintaining your HH and fundo repairs.

Lifting afterward? No idea. I have a son who lifts daily, and living without his lifting would be a nightmare in his eyes. I get the desire to continue lifting!

Good luck finding answers.
Denise

Dear Jeronimo,

     I am 6 weeks post op and returned to my wieght lifting and cardio routine at 4 weeks.  I was in great shape prior to my surgery which I think help immensely.  Week three I worked on the precor machine at a very easy pace.  At the four week mark I returned to my spinning class, the first 3 classes I rode at a slow and with less gear, at week five I was back to my usual pace.  As far as the weight training, I did not do any ab work yet as I am waiting for the 8 week mark.  I am however doing my usual back and bi, chest and tri and leg workouts.  My surgeon did emphasize how important it was to focus on breathing - blow out on the lift.  You must listen to your own body and never push yourself as you do not want to undo your wrap.  Work out despite your refulx now - strong muscles and a lean torso will help with your recovery.  You have refulx anyway - what the heck, I just took my meds (4 pills 2x daily) and chewed tums.  Good luck!