Push-ups and retina

[vlad79]

Dear experts,

is it safe generally for a person with a lattice degeneration in both eyes treated with a laser to do push-ups on a regular basis? It's the traditional exercise performed in a prone position (face down) by lowering the body using the arms.

Thank you!

[Houman Vosoghi, MD]

Same still applies.  I would recommend a dilated exam by a retina specialist 2 x a year to be safe.  Average person needs an annual, if history of problems, twice at a minimum.

HV

[Houman Vosoghi, MD]

Most likely yes.  You have to live your life.  You may want to avoid boxing, bungie (spelling?) jumping, tackle football etc (things that involve sudden jostling of the head).

HV

[vlad79]

Thank you very much, Doctor, for your quick and concrete replies!!

[vlad79]

I've just realized that forgot to say: I have myopia -9 in both eyes. Does it change the strategy concerning push-ups (or pull-ups) exercises? My laser surgeon had never told me about any restrictions on my daily activities, only "you need to have a regular fundus exam one time per one or two years".

Thank you! And excuse me for a double-questioning!

[vlad79]

Thank you very much for your answer, Doctor! It helps me a lot.