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Exercises and Movement After Anorectal Surgery

When walking helps, when to avoid heavy workouts and how to return to activity after treatment.

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Exercises and Movement After Anorectal Surgery

When walking helps, when to avoid heavy workouts and how to return to activity after treatment.

Gentle walking is usually helpful after anorectal surgery because it supports circulation and bowel movement. Start slowly and follow your surgeon's instructions.

Avoid heavy lifting, cycling, squats, high-intensity training and long sitting in the early recovery phase unless cleared by your doctor.

Return to exercise should be gradual. Increasing pain, bleeding or swelling after activity means you should slow down and seek advice.

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