when can i go swimming after hip surgery
C-Section: While every woman is different, doctors generally recommend waiting six weeks after delivery before swimming. 1  If you plan to swim after your surgery, wait until bleeding has stopped and the scar has healed. Some women are cleared to swim at six weeks, while others may have to wait a longer period. Cornea transplant â It is recommended to wait four weeks before swimming after a cornea transplant. After being cleared by your doctor, wear goggles to protect your eye from an impact injury and avoid diving. Hip replacementâ Doctors recommend waiting between eight to 12 weeks before swimming. It is advised that after hip surgery you avoid the breaststroke, which can place pressure on the hip compared to other strokes. Heart bypass â It is recommended that you wait three months before swimming after a heart bypass surgery. Cataract surgeryâ Doctors say you may be able to swim while wearing goggles two weeks after cataract surgery and four weeks without goggles.