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Retinal Detachment

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I don't see any recent post about this so hoping someone can provide some insight.  I have recently had two surgeries for detachment (first one failed at 7 weeks post op).   i have an oil bubble this time so i know i won't be back in the water anytime soon.  I do compete and work out really hard.  Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this and were they able to return to competitive racing, pushing themselves in practice and diving off the blocks?  I know many people return to "normal" activities, but wanting to get the perspective of the swimming community. 

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    Hello- I had a swimmer this year that had a similiar surgery. He was out of the water for 4 weeks, then was given the go ahead to return however just kicking for 4 weeks. Once he hit 8 weeks, he was given the go ahead to gradually build back up, wear goggles and resume practices however was not allowed to fly in a plane nor compete during a 10 week time frame. His surgery was in August and he just recently finished a channel and 5 mile island swim in St. Lucia.  Good luck with your recovery and stay positive! Coach Leann Rossi 404-643-6063 

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    Hello- I had a swimmer this year that had a similiar surgery. He was out of the water for 4 weeks, then was given the go ahead to return however just kicking for 4 weeks. Once he hit 8 weeks, he was given the go ahead to gradually build back up, wear goggles and resume practices however was not allowed to fly in a plane nor compete during a 10 week time frame. His surgery was in August and he just recently finished a channel and 5 mile island swim in St. Lucia.  Good luck with your recovery and stay positive! Coach Leann Rossi 404-643-6063 

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