Can I use a seated stationary bike 6 days post breast augmentation?

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I am an 18 year old girl. I am fit, active, and heal very easily. I received a breast augmentation 6 days ago. I have grown restless after being sedentary for so many days. Is it a bad idea to use a seated stationary bike? I would go slowly and use little resistance. I just want to move a little. I feel great, and I have had no pain. I am just anxious that I will mess something up!

Jonathan Saunders, MD · Answer

don't do anything that will get your blood pressure up.  I don't like people to exercise for 2-3 weeks.   a delayed hematoma is very painful and would require another surgery to correct.

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I suggest you wait at least 3 weeks before running or exercise. It's best to be sure that everything is healed. There is always a chance of causing bleeding if you start much before that time. When you start, listen to your body. You will be a little out of condition and a bit sore. But you will get back to where you were before surgery very quickly.Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your surgery!  In my practice I do not allow patients to perform any activity for the first two weeks after surgery.  This is done to minimize the possibility of bleeding through an increased heart rate and blood pressure from exercise.  I would recommend reaching out to your surgeon's office for definite recommendations, however, as they know the full details of your procedure.  Hope this helps.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

If you were my patient, the answer would be no.  I don't allow my patients to do any vigorous exercise for 3 weeks following the procedure.  Resuming activity too soon and getting your heart rate up can lead to complications that may require another trip to the operating room.  Whatever your plastic surgeon has recommended, you should listen to.  Good luck!

Julian Gordon, MD · Answer

You should not do any activities that increase your blood pressure for at least three weeks after surgery. I also restrict exercise of the chest muscles for 4-6 weeks after surgery. The time will pass quickly. Good luck.

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