I am a week post op and feel so much better than expected. I am active and walking around the house whenever possible and take breaks throughout the day. Will bending over often (i.e. To pick things up off the floor) hinder the results to my BBL? Does bending over cause pressure to the buttocks? I am no longer taking pain medication and have finished all antibiotics. Thank you for any and all answers
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November 16, 2016
Answer: Can bending over frequently 1 week post-op hinder fat survival results after a BBL?
Carlos O. Chacon, MD, MBA (limits on practice) says:
Absolutely! Most patients are great candidates for this, and I make this decision based on several factors. It is important to be in good health, have adequate time and support for recovery, the areas of lipocontouring (liposuction) and extent of the abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), and also the...
We usually recommend that patients stay in town for a week for the Brazilian Butt Lift. Recovery houses will vary from place to place. As far as your massages, you can start them the day after your procedure. There is a possibility you may need a change in garment size or you can have your...
Walking is not only safe, its highly encouraged after BBL surgery. Walkng will not damage the fat grafts. Light exercise may begin in 2-3 weeks and strenuous exertion is allowed after 6 weeks. Of course you should follow your surgeon's recommendations.DrBurnett#realself100
