After endovenous laser ablation, when can I resume my workouts on the treadmill, elliptical machine and stairmaster?

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Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Jun 04, 2013

If it's OK with your vein specialist, you can resume physical activities immediately.

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

If it's OK with your vein specialist, you can resume physical activities immediately.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Jun 04, 2013

To ensure treatment success, vigorous exercise should be put off for at least one week.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

To ensure treatment success, vigorous exercise should be put off for at least one week.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

Published on Jun 04, 2013

Low-impact exercises, like the elliptical machine and stairmaster, can be done 3 to 5 days after the endovenous laser ablation procedure.

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Answered by Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

Low-impact exercises, like the elliptical machine and stairmaster, can be done 3 to 5 days after the endovenous laser ablation procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Jun 04, 2013

You can resume workouts on the elliptical machine and stairmaster 10 days after the endovenous laser ablation procedure.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

You can resume workouts on the elliptical machine and stairmaster 10 days after the endovenous laser ablation procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Published on Jun 04, 2013

Workouts on the elliptical machine and stairmaster should be OK to resume at any time. In our office, we only ask patients to refrain from running for 3 weeks.

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Answered by Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Workouts on the elliptical machine and stairmaster should be OK to resume at any time. In our office, we only ask patients to refrain from running for 3 weeks.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinSolutions - Edina

Published on Jun 04, 2013

Following endovenous laser ablation, we tell our patients that they can resume their exercise routine after two weeks.

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Answered by VeinSolutions - Edina

Following endovenous laser ablation, we tell our patients that they can resume their exercise routine after two weeks.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jun 03, 2013

I typically ask my patients to walk frequently after the procedure. The treadmill, elliptical machine and stairmaster can be used the following day. However, patients have to be sure not to overdo it. They should gradually return to normal speed over the next 7 to 10 days. Use your body as a guide. If you overdo it, you will be more uncomfortable.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

I typically ask my patients to walk frequently after the procedure. The treadmill, elliptical machine and stairmaster can be used the following day. However, patients have to be sure not to overdo it. They should gradually return to normal speed over the next 7 to 10 days. Use your body as a guide. If you overdo it, you will be more uncomfortable.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jun 03, 2013

I typically tell my patients that they can resume normal physical activities after a week. However, each vein specialist has their own timeline and, therefore, you would need to consult with your MD about this matter.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

I typically tell my patients that they can resume normal physical activities after a week. However, each vein specialist has their own timeline and, therefore, you would need to consult with your MD about this matter.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 03, 2013

Following endovenous laser ablation, I tell patients to resume exercise as soon as they feel capable. This is usually one to three days post-op. If microphlebectomies are a part of the procedure, then I recommend patients wait 5 days before jogging, running on the treadmill, doing leg squats or swimming to allow the micro-incisions to seal. Non-impact workouts (such as elliptical, biking and spinning) can be done as soon as the patient is comfortable.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Following endovenous laser ablation, I tell patients to resume exercise as soon as they feel capable. This is usually one to three days post-op. If microphlebectomies are a part of the procedure, then I recommend patients wait 5 days before jogging, running on the treadmill, doing leg squats or swimming to allow the micro-incisions to seal. Non-impact workouts (such as elliptical, biking and spinning) can be done as soon as the patient is comfortable.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Jun 03, 2013

We have allowed our patients to use the treadmill and/or the elliptical machine the same day of the endovenous laser ablation. Our only activity restriction: no lifting over 20 lbs for a week.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

We have allowed our patients to use the treadmill and/or the elliptical machine the same day of the endovenous laser ablation. Our only activity restriction: no lifting over 20 lbs for a week.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Heart and Vein Center

Published on Jun 03, 2013

Depending on how you feel following the endovenous laser ablation, you can resume physical activities the same day. Since my patients tend to do well after the procedure, I do not put any physical limitations on my them. Still, you should discuss this matter with your treating physician. He/She may recommend otherwise based on your particular outcome.

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Answered by Heart and Vein Center

Depending on how you feel following the endovenous laser ablation, you can resume physical activities the same day. Since my patients tend to do well after the procedure, I do not put any physical limitations on my them. Still, you should discuss this matter with your treating physician. He/She may recommend otherwise based on your particular outcome.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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