Safe to train post-hysterectomy
Hi Mark,
I have a family member who is about to have a hysterectomy and is being given the usual line of "you'll never lift anything heavy again."
As an avid gardener and someone who enjoys the outdoors this is a problem.
The individual in question is 72 years, multipara, and a former landscaper. The hysterectomy is for prolapse of the uterus. The procedure will involve removal of the uterus and Fallopian tubes. Ovaries will not be removed and transvaginal mesh will be applied. Meniscus is missing from one knee following knee surgery and an artificial knee was not applied.
Due to the missing meniscus, I understand how squatting could be a problem.
Is there any reason why this individual couldn't deadlift or press?
Thank you,
Tom