Will i have full use of my arms after breast implant surgery?

I usually tell my patients to limit arm use for the first week, then slowly increase upper arms use into the second week.Make sure you discuss with a Double-Board Certified, Double Fellowship Trained Plastic Surgeon.

Thank you for your question.I restrict full arm use for a couple weeks after breast augmentation surgery. Lifting objects or reaching for items above your head can disrupt the implant within the newly formed pocket and can increase bleeding risk.You should consult with your doctor for specifics.I hope this helps.- Dr. Bryson Richards (Board Certified Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon)

Post operative instructions vary among surgeons. I recommend no heavy lifting for 6 weeks post op and no stretching or lifting arms above your shoulders for two weeks. Regards, 

Hello,I typically advise my BA patients to do only gentle, slow arm movements for the first few days after surgery. in addition, I advise no heavy lifting or strenuous upper body exercise for 6 weeks. Each Plastic Surgeon has their own preferred post op protocols so I recommend that you ask your Plasti  Surgeon to advise you.All the best 

Recovery after a breast augmentation can be very straight forward with the right surgeon. Precise technique with minimal trauma leads to little pain after surgery, with many of our patients going out for dinner the same night as surgery. Every surgeon will have his/her own preferences as to recovery for specific procedures. I have patients wear a soft bra after breast augmentation for a few weeks to splint everything, and at that point the scars are generally very stable and we move to normal bras (or none) and long term scar management. Most important is a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon regarding this procedure. Don’t settle for less!

Thank you for your question. For the first two to three weeks after surgery do not lift anything heavier than 10 pounds. No working out or strenuous activities. 

Great question.  Most people are a little stiff after surgery.  But by doing some simple range of motion exercises you can stay loose and comfortable.  I usually prescribe a muscle relaxer along with a pain killer that helps fight any muscle spasms or tightness.  I instruct that patients to not go back to heavy lifting for 6 weeks.I hope this helps :)

Thank you for the question. You will find for about a week you will have limited range of motion with your arms. You will be restricted to any heavy lifting however for about 4-6 weeks. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon for specific post operative restrictions. 

Not sure where you got the idea that you are not supposed to move your arms after breast augmentation. Movement after most surgery is encouraged. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to help answer all questions. Good luck!

While
each board-certified plastic surgeon has their own post-op recovery
recommendations, during my nearly 30 years of experience, I tell my patients
that on average they will recover 6 weeks after their breast augmentation.
During this 6-week healing process, any strenuous impact on the chest muscles
should be avoided. Any form of lifting or impact created on the chest muscles
should be gradually reintroduced. Be sure to discuss your post-op recovery with
your board-certified surgeon for a personalized recommendation.