Can you fly after knee injury?


Can you fly after knee injury? It is typically recommended that you wait 6 weeks after any major lower limb surgery before flying. Patients may be able to fly on short-haul or domestic flights sooner, usually within 3 to 4 weeks, but they should always consult their surgeon to ensure there is no increased risk of blood clots.


What injuries should you not fly with?

recent heart attack. recent stroke. recent operation or injury where trapped air or gas may be present in the body (e.g. stomach ,bowel, eyes, face, brain) severe long term diseases that affect your breathing.