How long are you restricted?

Lynne said...
hi thereMy Mom who is almost 72 will be having the operation (gas) for a macular hole in early June. She is, understandably, very nervous. She is also the primary caregiver for my Dad.She is wondering how long after the operation until you can exercise again - she takes private fitness training and has to come to an arrangement with the trainer for her time off. I know it will vary by person, but are we looking at months or weeks?Also, does anyone know where we can rent these great equipment options in Canada? We think we have found a place where she can get a massage table, but I would love for to have some of the stuff I have seen in Britain and the U.S. where she could sit at a table. She has arthritis and is very worried about having to lie down for so long.thanks in advanceLynneottawa_lynne@yahoo.ca

Toni Kelly said...
Lynne:How long it will take to return to normal activities is variable. The bubble itself will last for at least a few weeks or longer, limiting things such as flying or traveling to higher elevations (the gas inside the eye can expand at high altitudes). Your mother's surgeon will be able to give you the best answer to her particular activities.There is a company in Ontario called Labtician Ophthalmics that carries Vitrectomy Support equipment. 1-800-265-8391