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Contact Sports After Thread Lift?
asked 3 years ago by mbalta in tucson, az
Latest answer by Scott E. Kasden, MD
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How long after a thread lift (absorbable) can I perform contact sports such as boxing and jiu-jitsu?
4 answers to Contact Sports After Thread Lift?
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Consider other forms of correction
A thread lift does not last very long even in the best of situations. If you are active in contact sports or other activities that produce a lot of garring then your results will decline quickly. Consider other forms of rejuvination such as fillers.
If you do proceed with a thread lift, wait at least 6 weeks before having any contact or vigerous activity. The longer the better because you need internal healing to provide some strength.
Marcus L. Peterson, MD
Saint George Plastic Surgeon
Saint George Plastic Surgeon
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Wait 6 weeks after Thread Lift
First, I am not a big fan of thread lifts, because I don't think they last. I would wait 6 weeks miminum before getting involved in contact sports.
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Probably 6 weeks.
Check with your doctor for sure, but 6 weeks should do the trick. By the way, taking blows to the head as in from boxing and jiu-jitsu has been proven to cause brain damage.
Scott E. Kasden, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon
Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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No contact sports for 6 weeks after Thread Lift
I would ask your physician, but it takes about 6 weeks to build scar tissue that begins to take over for the thread lifts.
Generally, we would advise you to refrain from contact sports for a 6 week minimum, but other physicians may advise you to hold off for 3-4 months.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon