Is it safe to jump rope

[Siraaj Wilkinson]

High guys its been about 4months since my AVR surgery. I wanted to know is it safe to jump rope(skipping) ?

 

[pellicle]

yep, I feel sorry for people left in this sort of state of anxiety by the misinformation by the hospital system.

Pure cardio vascular stuff like that is ideal. Go wild, listen to you body, train up as you feel "right" about it.

 

[Superman]

Depends where.

 

[Brinntache]

Have at it. But don't be surprised that your stamina has taken a hit. And your pectorals will need constant massaging.
I exercise most days and usually max out. Up to 30km hilly bike rides and 45min exercise classes.
btw, if you put your health info in your byline then your peeps can give you better feedback.

 

[Cactus52]

Jump all the rope you feel up to. Just don’t run with scissors!!

 

[dick0236]

Jump all the rope you feel up to. Just don’t run with scissors!!

I agree!

 

[Chuck C]

Jumping rope should be fine. I had my follow up appointment with my cardiologist at 4 months out and asked him if it was ok to go 100% on cardio now. He said: "Yes, you're past 3 months so everything is ok- go 100% if you want to."
Unless your medical team tells you otherwise, now that you are 4 months out you should be able to work out pretty hard, jumping rope included.

These are the guidelines from St. Vincent's for return to exercise after valve surgery- see link below. Not sure why, but they use bowling and tennis as examples, as if that should cover everyone.

"Tennis –practice hitting the ball and gentle serving at six weeks, play a leisurely game of doubles at 8-10 weeks , and at 3 months you should be able to play a full competitive game "

This would be consistent with the guidance that my cardiologist gave me, that after 3 months you can go for it.

https://www.svhhearthealth.com.au/rehabilitation/after-heart-valve-surgery
Please post a video of your jump roping on the forum. Just kidding. But, that would be pretty cool if you want to. It is always nice to see the photos or videos of people returning to normal activities after surgery.

 

[carolinemc]

High guys its been about 4months since my AVR surgery. I wanted to know is it safe to jump rope(skipping) ?

As long as you are not lifting 100 pound weights, jump rope is safe for you to do. No strain on the heart muscles.

 

[coffeelover]

Jumping rope ! It will be fun!!

 

[pellicle]

"Yes, you're past 3 months so everything is ok- go 100% if you want to."

you should show him some of the video of you going 100% in a match ;-)

 

[Unicusp]

Sorry, I haven't jumped rope in years. It is very aerobic and should be fine. I imagine you'd see a very high HR real quick..
How about inversion exercise? That's hanging upside down from your ankles for those unaware. I was nervous at first re-starting the activity after surgery. It's great for stretching, vertebrae realignment and abdominal exercise. I waited about 4 months after surgery. Got a little light-headed but all was good.
Anyone else do this?

 

[pellicle]

How about inversion exercise?

medieval torture IMO

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321724#risksHanging upside down decreases the heart rate while increasing blood pressure and can put pressure on the eyeballs and inner ear.

Because of this, inversion therapy is not recommended for people with:

• high blood pressure
• heart disease
• history of stroke
• osteoporosis
• a hernia
• broken bones
• obesity

People with conditions that affect the head may also want to avoid inversion therapy.

 

[Protimenow]

I got an inversion trainer many years ago - my wife is dead set (no pun intended) against it. It's still in the box that they shipped it in.

It's one of the many things I have to sell or otherwise dispose of to make room in the house, and maybe put some money in my pocket.

 

[Unicusp]

Funny. Why didn't you take it out of the box?
I started using the original gravity boots around 1981. Then got the more current version that you lay on, probably 10 years ago. Great for abdominal conditioning and lower back issues.
Now I wonder if this activity somehow contributed to my aneurysm?
Chiropractors started using these a few years back to help people with back issues. Helps the disc's. Oh well, I only use mine once in awhile now.

 

[almost_hectic]

High guys its been about 4months since my AVR surgery. I wanted to know is it safe to jump rope(skipping) ?

Be sure youre up to it. Id hate to see you trip and fall. I know I was still pretty sore even at the 4 month mark, and a fall would have hurt like hell.

 

[extraordinary]

yes go ahead

 

[Protimenow]

Funny. Why didn't you take it out of the box?
I started using the original gravity boots around 1981. Then got the more current version that you lay on, probably 10 years ago. Great for abdominal conditioning and lower back issues.
Now I wonder if this activity somehow contributed to my aneurysm?
Chiropractors started using these a few years back to help people with back issues. Helps the disc's. Oh well, I only use mine once in awhile now.

I impulsively bought it, figuring that I would be able to use it. An old friend had one, and I tried it a few times - yes, blood runs to the head, increasing intracranial pressure.
My wife insisted that I don't - she may be right. I have a few of the contraindications that Pellicle listed. When I get through my OCD, this is one of many things that I should sell or donate.