How soon after a BBL can you go back to work?

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My job consist of mostly standing.

Alexander Q. Ereso, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question. Most patients usually take 1-2 weeks to recover from a BBL. Depending on your job, a restriction may be placed on the amount of physical exertion you should engage in or a limitation on the length of time you can sit on your buttocks at any given time. These recommendations vary by surgeon so discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Some patients can return to a relatively sedentary or low stress job in a week or so.Kenneth Hughes, MD

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. After a BBL surgery, Patients can return to light activities almost immediately after surgery, normal activities 2 weeks after surgery, and vigorous exercise 4 weeks after surgery.  We usually experience a slow steady improvement for 3 months or so after surgery. That said, you definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Jan Hochtritt, BSc, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for this relevant question. You already gave a hint that it is not the same for any kind of job. After two weeks patients normally could go back to work however sitting on your buttocks is not advertised for at least three weeks after surgery. There are little tricks for you to be able to sit,like sitting on a rolled up yoga mat ( like you were sitting on a fence). This way you will not directly sit on your buttocks but more on your thighs. This also forces you to sit up straight which is good for your back.  If you feel up to going back to work and you can avoid sitting  or you can arrange sitting on a yoga mat rolle you should be able to go back to work after two weeks otherwise I recommend one week longer. Of course this wil differ  every individual patient. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!! 
  
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.  
  
I recommend my patient go back to work at least 2 weeks after the procedure.  Good luck :)

How soon after a BBL can you go back to work?

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