I need to fly home (3-hour flight), but really do not want to do anything that might jeopardize or affect the results of my breast reduction/lift (with implants) surgery I had -15 days ago- out of state. I had planned to fly back two weeks post-op, but the nurses at my PS's office said to wait -at least- one more week. When is it safe to lift my arms overhead and travel?
October 21, 2017
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear TexasTeacher,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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October 21, 2017
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear TexasTeacher,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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October 22, 2017
Answer: Breast reductions/lifts do not involve your chest muscles but the implant placement can so if you were over the muscle, ranging of your arms should not be an issue at this point but its best to have the blessings of your surgeon. Bouncy and strenuous activities are what you must avoid for however long your surgeon decides the restrictions should be in place. In my practice, the restriction is lifted 3 weeks post-op with patients resuming activities slowly and surely but all surgeons are different.
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October 22, 2017
Answer: Breast reductions/lifts do not involve your chest muscles but the implant placement can so if you were over the muscle, ranging of your arms should not be an issue at this point but its best to have the blessings of your surgeon. Bouncy and strenuous activities are what you must avoid for however long your surgeon decides the restrictions should be in place. In my practice, the restriction is lifted 3 weeks post-op with patients resuming activities slowly and surely but all surgeons are different.
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