Hi and thank you for the question. I think the important thing to focus on is to use your core. And if someone is helping you have them support your back rather than pulling you up by your hands and arms.Dr West
After breast augmentation, particularly if the implants were placed under the muscle, it is best to avoid engaging the chest muscles. The ideal situation in the early recovery period is for someone to help you out of bed- they stand in front of you and place one hand on each shoulder blade pulling you up to a sitting position. If you don't have help it is best to use your abdominal muscles to sit up. You can also roll to one side and keeping your upper arm close to your chest push with your hand while bending at the elbow. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Warmly, Dr. Meghan Nadeau, Seattle, WA