My work is physically demanding. When would I be able to return to work after breast augmentation and Smart Lipo?

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I'm a Massage Therapist and afraid breast augmentation may limit my abilities too long.

Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Every surgeon will have his/her own preferences as to recovery for specific procedures. Normally patients with jobs that involve physical activities like yours are best to wait  for at least a full month before returning to work. The best person to advise you on this would be your specific surgeon.

Lane Smith, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  In regards to post operative care, it is always best to consult with your operating surgeon first, as each surgeon has their own set of post operative instructions.  That being said, in our practice we advise patients to refrain from lifting anything over 5 lbs for at least 2 weeks after surgery.  Many patients find they are able to resume light office work one week after surgery. Since your job involves the use of your arms and chest muscles, you may wish to consider refraining from resuming your full duties for at least a month after surgery.With kind regards,Lane F. Smith, M.D., F.A.A.C.S., F.A.O.H.N.S., F.A.B.F.P.R.S.Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Each Plastic Surgeon has their own preferred protocols for post op activity restrictions. I ask my patients to avoid heavy lifting- over 10lbs and strenuous upper body workouts for 6 weeks post op. Cardio and most regular activity could resume at 3. 2 weeks off is often more than enough for patients with active jobs but they may need to discuss modified work duties with their employer.All the best

Ira H. Rex III, MD · Answer

You would probably be able to get back to your job at about 10 days after your operation. You would definitely still be sore at this point, but able to accomplish your job. Most importantly, this will not affect your results in a negative way. I recommend my patients take Motrin prior to going to work.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on pursuing surgery.  Depending on the amount of force that your massage style creates across your chest I would recommend at least two weeks and possibly up to four to avoid implant malposition issues.  Hope this helps.

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACS · Answer

Most patients after breast augmentation and liposuction can go back to work in a few days.  Physically demanding jobs may need 2 weeks or longer.  Most of my professional/amateur athletes go back practicing in 2 weeks.Best Wishes,nana Mizuguchi, MD

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to returning to your specific line of work. He/she will know how you are progressing and whether or not you have experienced any complications. Generally, most patients are able to return to a “desk job” within 5 to 7 days. More strenuous work, for example involving lifting or extensive upper body movement, will require more time off.  In your case, given your relatively strenuous occupation, you may need anywhere from 2-4 weeks off, unless you are able to return to some type of modified duty. Generally, I ask patients to ease back into activity slowly and "listen to their bodies" as they do so.
Best wishes.

Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS · Answer

Some
breast augmentation patients can return to work that doesn't require much
physical exertion after only 3 or 4 days, even if they combine the procedure
with Smartlipo. As a massage therapist, I imagine you need to use your upper
body quite a bit to create pressure. Because this could compromise the results
of your breast augmentation, I would recommend you take at least 3 weeks off.
If you aren't able to take the necessary time off, perhaps you can postpone the
procedure until the timing is better.

Carlos Burnett, MD, FACS · Answer

As a massage therapist your convalescence would be longer than the sedentary person. Plan to  be out of work for at least  2-3 weeks. DrBurnett#realself100

Nicholas Tarola, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I suggest that patients don't lift any more than 10-15 pounds for 4 weeks following her breast augmentation, especially when the implants are placed under the muscle. If your work does not require that you generate more than that amount of force, it should be okay for you to return to work within a week or so. Repetitive activity is not necessarily restricted after a breast augmentation provided it does not involve much force as just mentioned. I recommend that he speak with your surgeon about returning to work.

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