Breast Augmentation: Q&A
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I have a very physical job - sports/remedial massage therapist. And was wondering, realistically, how much time I should take off work after a BA. I am booked in for 330cc unders....
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emsimpson3
in sydney
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Work
Most patients require some form of medication for relief of pain for at least one week. Your activity seems pretty strenuous. I think one week off sounds reasonable
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Downtime after breast augmentation
I have my patients raising there arms above their head in the recovery room. I do use pain pumps and I like people to get back to all of their activity as soon as they can tolerate it. You could ideally be back at work in 3-5 days.
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Rapid Recovery following Breast Augmentation
Many patients wish to minimize their downtime following breast augmentation but do not want to compromise the result of their procedure. In my practice, most patients begin early motion with stretching every hour after surgery as part of a rapid recovery program. They continue this routine for several days and return to light daily activity in 2-3 days. Low impact aerobics are permitted after 10 days and full activity at 3 weeks without restriction. Based on the...
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I generally advise no heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 3-4 weeks. Please talk to your plastic surgeon as he/she is the best person to answer your question. Best of luck.
Dr. Basu
Houston, TX
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How Long to Go Back to Work for BA with Physical Job?
Discuss this with your own surgeon, but expect to plan on 6 weeks before resuming full time physical work. You might be able to start on a lighter schedule after 3 weeks or so. I have had some massage therapists in my practice who were able to start at 3 weeks and ease back toward full time within a couple of weeks.
Thanks for your question, best wishes for your upcoming surgery.
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330 cc implant under the muscle and return to physical job
Normally, a person receiving a 330 cc implant in my practice could generally go back to sedentary work the next day. Larger implants in smaller individuals require longer time off. Avoiding strenous exercise for 4 to 6 weeks is convention. The key here is how much strain does your job entail, and only you really know that. If you work out as well, is the effort you exert on a bench press comparable to the effort...
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Return to work after breast augment
Although most patients return to work one week after augments, you should plan for at least two weeks off and should avoid lifting heavy objects for a minimum of 4-6 weeks postop.
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Physical job and breast augmentation
I usually have patients wait about 3-4 weeks to do light aerobic workouts and 6-8 weeks for vigorous acitivity. If you had a desk job I would say a few days to one week. Best to discuss this with your surgeon.
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Return to Very Physical Job after Breast Augmentation?
Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to returning to your specific occupation/activities. He/she will know exactly how you are progressing and whether you have experienced any complications.
Generally speaking, I ask my patients to stay away from “very physical” work for at least 3 weeks after breast surgery. Some will return to "modified duty” earlier.
Best wishes with your upcoming procedure.
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Time off work following a breast augmentation
Following a breast augmentation, most patients can return to a job that doesn't require physical activity - desk job - in a few days. However, if your job requires physical strain or stress, such as a massage therapist, this could result in a risk of increased blood pressure which could in turn result in bruising or bleeding. I would not suggest any strenuous activity for at least 3 weeks following a breast augmentation. Best wishes.
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