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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: PJBear on March 10, 2015, 09:15:01 pm

Title: Hot Tubbing After Surgery
Post by: PJBear on March 10, 2015, 09:15:01 pm

Quick question:  I had laparoscopic abdominal surgery last Wednesday.  I was wondering how long I need to stay out of my poor, lonely, hot tub.  I miss it as much as it misses me…maybe even more.

Anyone have any ideas?  I was told no shower for four days.  No soap residue for a week or so.  Tomorrow is a week.  No stitches, just Steri-Strips and they are to come off tomorrow.

Thanks!

Title: Re: Hot Tubbing After Surgery
Post by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on March 10, 2015, 09:21:08 pm

I don't believe we have any licensed doctors here, qualified to answer your question.

Title: Re: Hot Tubbing After Surgery
Post by: wmccall on March 11, 2015, 07:39:57 am

My doctor did tell me 4 weeks after back surgery.

Title: Re: Hot Tubbing After Surgery
Post by: Kanadka on March 13, 2015, 12:55:36 am

I am an RN, I would recommend waiting until your incisions are completely healed, likely at least 2-3 weeks..hot water trapped in a small dark hole -like laprascopic ports, has a very high likelihood of causing infection....serious infection.

Title: Re: Hot Tubbing After Surgery
Post by: PJBear on March 13, 2015, 08:15:29 am

Thanks for the help guys!  I can wait a few more weeks.

PJ