Light housework is usually safe within a few days of oculoplastic surgery. Heavier chores and anything involving lifting or straining should wait until swelling and bruising have settled.
Light tasks at home
Simple activities allow you to stay active without putting pressure on healing tissues. Pacing yourself helps you avoid overdoing things.
- Tasks like making drinks, light food preparation, and gentle tidying are acceptable.
- Use good lighting to reduce eye strain and tripping risks.
- Keep cleaning sprays and strong fumes away from your face.
- Ask for help if you feel tired or sore.
- Use cold compresses after activity if swelling worsens.
Heavier chores and precautions
Strenuous housework can raise blood pressure and increase bruising or bleeding. Waiting longer for these jobs protects your results.
- Delay hoovering, moving furniture, gardening, and ladder work until cleared.
- Avoid lifting heavy shopping or laundry baskets early on.
- Wear protective glasses in dusty or cluttered spaces.
- Stop immediately if you experience pain, bleeding, or blurred vision.
- Plan major tasks around follow-up assessments and medical advice.
