What is the absolute soonest I would be able to run after my breast reduction surgery?

December 9, 2014
Asked By:eharrington in Anna Maria, FL

I am a collegiate cross country and track runner and I am planning on getting a breast reduction at the beginning of this coming summer. My training plan really only allows for about 2 weeks off, will a be able to run 2 weeks post surgery?

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December 14, 2014

Answer: Breast Reduction and Running

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December 11, 2014

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