I Am a Landscaper/gardener Considering Getting Breast Implants and Need to Know How Long I Should Take off of Work?

April 30, 2012
Asked By:dahlia29

I have read that it takes about 6 weeks before you are allowed to participate in strenuous activity. Would doing basic landscape maintenance i.e raking, weeding, bending over and light lifting be allowed before the 6 weeks?

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Answer: Probably better to wait 6 weeks

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Answer: Probably better to wait 6 weeks

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Answer: I Am a Landscaper/gardener Considering Getting Breast Implants and Need to Know How Long I Should Take off of Work?

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September 17, 2014

Answer: Time off work post breast surgery

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May 7, 2012

Answer: Youi can return to light duties in 5-7 days

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