I'm planning on scheduling my BA in December. I have 2 small children, 3.5 and almost 2, my son weighing close to 40lbs.. My fiancé works internationally for 1-2 months at a time. We're trying to work around his schedule. How much time should I avoid lifting my children and try to have him home for? I know the longer I go without lifting the better but with his job it's just not possible to have him take offfor 6+ weeks. At what point would I be safe to do some moderate lifting?
Answer: Lifting little ones after breast augmentation Thank you for your question. You definitely want to follow your own
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Answer: Lifting little ones after breast augmentation Thank you for your question. You definitely want to follow your own
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December 8, 2014
Answer: Picking up kids after Breast Augmentation Kids are a tough one. I tell my patients not to use their chest muscles heavily for 6 weeks, but who can explain to a little child that mom can't pick them up for 6 weeks ? So this is what I recommend: if at all possible, avoid picking up your kids for 2 weeks. From 2 to 6 weeks, knee bend and have them grab you around the neck, then you lift using your knees, rather than bending over and picking them up with your arms. You can also have them come in close when you're sitting. Maybe your 3.5 year old doesn't need to be picked up at all. All the best.
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December 8, 2014
Answer: Picking up kids after Breast Augmentation Kids are a tough one. I tell my patients not to use their chest muscles heavily for 6 weeks, but who can explain to a little child that mom can't pick them up for 6 weeks ? So this is what I recommend: if at all possible, avoid picking up your kids for 2 weeks. From 2 to 6 weeks, knee bend and have them grab you around the neck, then you lift using your knees, rather than bending over and picking them up with your arms. You can also have them come in close when you're sitting. Maybe your 3.5 year old doesn't need to be picked up at all. All the best.
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October 18, 2014
Answer: Weight restrictions after breast augmentation? Thank you for your question! The "rapid recovery" breast augmentation is a newer philosophy with many surgeons to expedite activity and expedite recovery following the breast augmentation procedure. In my practice, utilizing the fast track technique after breast augmentations, women are readily able and doing most things virtually immediately after this procedure. It is the similar techniques as described and is really gaining popularity. She is even recommended to go out for dinner that evening. Pain is minimal and you will likely be on a scheduled antiinflammatory regimen/pain control along with early exercises/range of motion techniques immediately. However, follow your surgeon's instructions for postoperative care and restrictions, but it is common for most women to resume many of the preoperative activities and duties within a week. I typically restrict heavy lifting >20# and vigorous exercise for approximately 4-6 weeks Swelling and settling of the implant typically occurs over a 6-12 week period along with placement in a compression-type bra for the same time period, while your incisions commonly resolve to its final appearance in up to a year. Hope that this helps! Best wishes for a great result!
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October 18, 2014
Answer: Weight restrictions after breast augmentation? Thank you for your question! The "rapid recovery" breast augmentation is a newer philosophy with many surgeons to expedite activity and expedite recovery following the breast augmentation procedure. In my practice, utilizing the fast track technique after breast augmentations, women are readily able and doing most things virtually immediately after this procedure. It is the similar techniques as described and is really gaining popularity. She is even recommended to go out for dinner that evening. Pain is minimal and you will likely be on a scheduled antiinflammatory regimen/pain control along with early exercises/range of motion techniques immediately. However, follow your surgeon's instructions for postoperative care and restrictions, but it is common for most women to resume many of the preoperative activities and duties within a week. I typically restrict heavy lifting >20# and vigorous exercise for approximately 4-6 weeks Swelling and settling of the implant typically occurs over a 6-12 week period along with placement in a compression-type bra for the same time period, while your incisions commonly resolve to its final appearance in up to a year. Hope that this helps! Best wishes for a great result!
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October 18, 2014
Answer: I recommend patients to limit their physical activity after a breast augmentation I recommend patients to limit their physical activity after a breast augmentation in order to ensure that they are able to heal properly. Vigorous activity can lead to bleeding, abnormal scaring, displacement of implants out of their ideal placement. Generally, you want to avoid any heavy lifting (<5lb) or jumping/running. Some surgeons allow more weight. The point is, you don't want to be flexing your pectoral muscles (if under the muscle) to a point where the muscle flexion can push the implants out of position.
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October 18, 2014
Answer: I recommend patients to limit their physical activity after a breast augmentation I recommend patients to limit their physical activity after a breast augmentation in order to ensure that they are able to heal properly. Vigorous activity can lead to bleeding, abnormal scaring, displacement of implants out of their ideal placement. Generally, you want to avoid any heavy lifting (<5lb) or jumping/running. Some surgeons allow more weight. The point is, you don't want to be flexing your pectoral muscles (if under the muscle) to a point where the muscle flexion can push the implants out of position.
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October 17, 2014
Answer: Weight restrictions after breast augmentation. Timing to return to specific types of lifting or exercise will vary from one patient to another. Best to check with your plastic surgeon for specific advice. Generally, I suggest patients gradually ease back into the strenuous aerobic exercise 4 to 6 weeks postoperatively, assuming that they are doing well and there have been no complications. Lower body exercise can generally be resumed 2 weeks postoperatively. Use common sense, listen to your body, and gradually resume previous activity. In my practice, I ask patients to avoid contact and strenuous exercise involving the pectoralis major muscles ( such as push-ups, bench press, burpees, dancing on a pole…) for at least 3-6 months. Best wishes.
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October 17, 2014
Answer: Weight restrictions after breast augmentation. Timing to return to specific types of lifting or exercise will vary from one patient to another. Best to check with your plastic surgeon for specific advice. Generally, I suggest patients gradually ease back into the strenuous aerobic exercise 4 to 6 weeks postoperatively, assuming that they are doing well and there have been no complications. Lower body exercise can generally be resumed 2 weeks postoperatively. Use common sense, listen to your body, and gradually resume previous activity. In my practice, I ask patients to avoid contact and strenuous exercise involving the pectoralis major muscles ( such as push-ups, bench press, burpees, dancing on a pole…) for at least 3-6 months. Best wishes.
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