Two weeks ago I had laparoscopic hernia surgery. The operation went extremely well thanks to an excellent surgeon. I was in no pain afterward and didn't even require an aspirin.
The surgeon is an occasion diver. He advised me not to dive for a month after surgery. Of course that (and the bill yet to come) were the worst aspects of the surgery! Four weeks out of the water after averaging 40 dives a month this year is sheer torture. However, I want to be sure to wait long enough so it doesn't recur when I lift up those heavy tanks and weights!
For those who have experienced such surgery, or for the diving doctors on the Board, how long a wait did you ensure or would you recommend before diving again. Keep in mind I am diving "cold" water so I carry a fair bit of weight on my belt and dive with a pony as well.
Thanks in advance.
The surgeon is an occasion diver. He advised me not to dive for a month after surgery. Of course that (and the bill yet to come) were the worst aspects of the surgery! Four weeks out of the water after averaging 40 dives a month this year is sheer torture. However, I want to be sure to wait long enough so it doesn't recur when I lift up those heavy tanks and weights!
For those who have experienced such surgery, or for the diving doctors on the Board, how long a wait did you ensure or would you recommend before diving again. Keep in mind I am diving "cold" water so I carry a fair bit of weight on my belt and dive with a pony as well.
Thanks in advance.