When is the best time I can start high intensity exercises (HIIT), jog and wear waist trimmers/slimming belts? 6 weeks post op.

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I'm 6 weeks post-op of my breast augmentation. Been wearing sports bras since week 2 and I haven't done any sort of exercise apart from walking. I'm afraid that I might be starting too early and compromise my healing process? Been doing massages on my breasts since week 3 and sometimes the sides of my breasts hurt briefly during the day and I'm wondering if that's normal because it concerns me. To be honest, I want them to be bigger but for now, my priority is for them to heal :)

Paul W. Papillion, MD · Answer

Hello, typically for my patients I allow elevated blood pressure at 3 weeks...then slow progression over the next few week to all activities with the exception of isolated chest work. Good Luck.

Lewis Albert Andres, MD · Answer

Hello!  Thank you for your question!  Restrictions will certainly vary amongst surgeons  So, I would discuss activity and restrictions with him/her prior to advancing. I typically have a limit on activity and weight-bearing for 6 weeks, after which, I allow a gradual increase to full activity without restrictions.  Wishes for a wonderful result!

David C. Yao, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for asking. 6 weeks is usually enough healing time to proceed with full activities. Your PS should clear you if there aren’t other individual factors involved. Best wishes!

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, please ask your surgeon for permission, but in general terms you should be able to ramp up exercise at six weeks.  Let your body guide you as you return to activity and remember you may have some deconditioning, good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi thesexybaker,
  
Downtime and recovery after breast augmentation surgery varies.
The majority of breast augmentation patients need one week of downtime. Depending on the work environment (heavy lifting, etc) more time off may be necessary. Patients are encouraged to walk immediately after surgery to avoid blood clots in the legs. When it comes to exercising, it may also vary depending on the type of exercises you are going to perform. 
  
I suggest that you follow your plastic surgeon’s post-operative instructions, especially on the level of activity that you can do and your scheduled follow up checkups, for faster and recovery. 
  
Daniel Barrett, MD
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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