Question:
How soon after surgery can I start bowling again?

My surgery is on 7/25...5 days! The league starts beginning of September. Is this too soon to start? Any other bowlers out there care to elaborate?    — Allie B. (posted on July 20, 2000)

July 21, 2000
I would think that waiting 8 weeks would be best - also, it depends on the weight of your bowling ball. Is it 8 to 10 pounds or is it closer to 15 pounds? Ask your surgeon. Perhaps get a sub for the first couple of weeks. You don't want to give yourself an incisional hernia - and the bowling league will always be there anyway -- so what's a couple more weeks? You could go and cheer them on though!
   — Cindy H.

July 21, 2000
Be sure to check with your doctor on this one. I had to wait 8 weeks in order to do any exercising (besides walking). I think the weight of the bowling ball and the action of bowling itself may be a problem at that stage. But don't deprive yourself of the fun. Just explain to your buddies that while you can't bowl yet, you do want to be a sideliner and enjoy the company!
   — Paula G.