Running after Breast implants?

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6 answers to “Running after Breast implants?”

A: Usually need 4 - 6 weeks before participating in activities where the breast bounce up and down.

By Jeffrey Zwiren, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

The one part of breast augmentation that is difficult to control is the formation of the capsule around the implant. I instruct all of my submuscular breast augmentation patients to avoid any activity that causes a jack hammer effect. It is the over and over impact of the implant against the... more

A: Wait 2-3 weeks after breast implants before running and wear a sports bra

By Brooke R. Seckel, MD - Boston Plastic Surgeon

I ask my patients to wait 2-3 weeks before running after breast augmentation with breast implants. Be sure to ask your surgeon and follow his/her advice.Running after breast implants will not hurt the implant. My concern is that the weght of the implant bouncing against the lower breast skin over time could... more

A: Running and exercise will not affect breast implants

By Peter E. Johnson, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

There should never be a trade-off between living fully and doing the things you want to do and cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic improvements should enhance your quality of life and make you feel able to take on challenges. Recreational running and competitive running are possible after breast augmentation and will... more

A: You can certainly run after breast implant surgery

By Shahram Salemy, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

There is no reason why you couldn't run after a breast augmentation-- just listen to your doctor's instructions regarding activity restrictions during the healing period (usually a few weeks or so) and once he gives you the go-ahead, you should be fine.

A: of course!

By Steven Teitelbaum, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Gravity, motion, and skin stretch obviously have some effect on breast skin. Huge breast implants in pendulous breasts without a bra while jogging would have more of an effect than would small implants in firm breasts with a good bra. The bottom line is that running is so good for one's health and mind... more

A: Yes you can run with implants

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Yes, you can run with implants. I generally advise patients to wear a strongly supportive "jog" bra. In individuals who have larger implants (for example orver 350), I typically recommend that they consider wearing up to 2 jog bras especially if considering horseback riding or more vigorous activites.