Vasectomy and Cycling

Well it took IVF treatment just to have kids, surely there's got to be a silver lining in not needing to bother with the snip?!

I got mine done at thirty!

I was warning not to cycle for a month but was fine within three days. However a colleagueof mine aaggravated his and now has persistent pain. Perhaps It's wise to take up swimming for a short while, better safe than sorry

Id say its less about if you can cause a problem by cycling, and more a question of how much more might it hurt and how much extra damage might there be if you crash.

I had mine done on Friday. The urologist I used prefers to do it under general anaesthetic, because it is best for the anxiety. I had no arguments with that.

The biggest issue to date was the anxiety before the procedure. I started feeling a bit of an aching feeling about half an hour after I came round and the nurse suggested I take some paracetamol, which I did. In all, I've taken 4 paracetamol tablets so far. I'm still applying the ice, but feel quite comfortable.

Right now, the worst thing is the cabin fever, as I have spent the entire weekend since Friday afternoon on the couch.

I've been wearing bib knicks under my clothes since leaving the hospital to provide extra support. So far, very limited swelling, almost no pain. As I am going it is going to take a supreme act of willpower to stay off the bike until Thursday, which is what I had planned before the procedure as the earliest time for getting back on the bike. - I planned the procedure for the 2nd last day of Autumn, so that I could enjoy all the warm weather on the bike. At this stage, I need a rest anyhow!

Like @richdirector said, it depends on what it's like for you. Some people here were up and back in the saddle after a few days while others took their time. For me, it was a good couple of weeks before I could even think about getting on a bike. Walking up and down stairs was a challenge!

Don't rush it. Listen to your body, there is no prize for wrecking you spuds in pursuit of cycling fitness. Give them plenty of gentle support - don't wear boxers - but I wouldn't recommend squishing them in cycling tights.

Finally, I'm not a doctor but I don't think any one would recommend taking your own stitches out. Madness!

considering this at the moment, sounds like a winter operation when it's less tempting outside.

I would wait until the bruising/swelling and pain has gone away for a few days before you ride, a little pot hole or stone could become very painful.

The problem with the big V is some people come out pretty much unscathed, others don't fair to well.

My advice is to let you 'back wheels' dictate when your ready

I'd ride home.

I had a week off work after mine (hey, if you can't justify a bit of time off after someone has applied a scalpel to your pods, when can you?)

I don't recall how long I was off the bike for, but if worst case scenario is another week off, then its no great hardship, especially in november.

On the plus side, you'll have permission from a doctor to frequently knock one out, so that should pass the time!

It seems to affect everyone differently - I was absolutely floored for about 7-8 days and about a month before I was "right"....but on the other hand I know people who have been back to work in active jobs the next day.

My advice would be to do as much or as little as you feel up to but don't try to be heroic with any discomfort...if it hurts stop!

I had the snip booked last year, 2 weeks before I was due to do the Coast to Coast. Everyone I spoke to who had the op suggested even two weeks was too soon to get back on the bike.
The Mrs said 'you will just have to cancel then won't you!!!!'
So I rang the doctor and went off cycling with my mates for the weekend instead.
She still hasn't forgiven me.

I had the snip years ago, got on the bike too soon and ended up with a pair of coconuts. You have been warned!

Spend a few days looking at recumbents.

I remember getting impatient with mine and taking the stitches out myself. Think I was back on the bike after a week or so.

I remember my dad was moving our piano around the day after his.

We've decided that we are going to stick with just the one, I don't see the point in beating about the bush and am contemplating having it done, though at 36 most people i've spoken to reckon this is a bit early.

Had mine 2 weeks ago tomorrow, tried to get on with doing things after a couple of days or so but it just ended up causing more pain and discomfort after a week - feet up for an extra day sorted that. For me, lesson learned and i'm getting back on the bike only now - I feel it's just not worth the risk of screwing things up again for the sake of a few days. Part of this, i'm sure, is because i'm not exactly in the first flush of youth (I guess few will be for this op) so stuff doesn't heal as fast as it used... hugely bored too, but it's not too long to wait.

YMMV

your balls your choice - i went on the turbo after 3 days and when that seemed fine went out on the road bike after a week. Didn't MTB for 2 weeks though .....

Take the time and let it heal properly. If you cause damage by getting back on before it's healed, it will just be longer before you can get going properly. It's feeling pretty wintery now anyway, so plenty of time to get in the miles over the winter and build back up for when the weather improves next year - no need to rush it!

Is an extra week of cycling worth the risk?