Can I ride a big swing ride after getting double eyelid surgery?

Feb 14, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I recently had double eyelid surgery, and I have plans with friends to go to an amusement park where they want to ride thrilling attractions like the giant swing. However, I'm concerned whether it's appropriate to participate in such vigorous activities during the post-operative recovery period. May I ask if it's safe to ride the giant swing after having double eyelid surgery?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu

Double eyelid surgery is a common cosmetic procedure that creates a new eyelid crease by cutting and suturing the eyelid. It is necessary to avoid riding thrilling amusement rides such as the giant swing during the early postoperative period, and only consider such activities after full recovery.

The giant swing is an extremely thrilling amusement ride that generates significant centrifugal force and gravitational acceleration during operation, which may exert impact and pressure on the body. During the recovery period after double eyelid surgery, the eye tissues are relatively fragile. Excessive external impact may cause wound dehiscence, bleeding, or infection, thereby affecting the surgical outcome and recovery process. Therefore, it is not recommended to ride thrilling amusement rides like the giant swing during the recovery period after double eyelid surgery. If you wish to participate in such activities as the giant swing, it is advisable to wait until the postoperative recovery period is completed.

During the recovery period, it is important to follow the doctor's instructions, maintain proper eye hygiene, and avoid strenuous exercise and physical collisions. Additionally, dietary adjustments should be made, focusing on light meals while avoiding spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers and peppers, to prevent interference with wound healing.