Can I continue chiropractic care after augmentation?

Seeing a chiropractor after breast augmentation should not be a problem after you have healed from surgery.  I typically have patients wait a full 6 weeks after surgery before they lie on their chest.  I allow them to see a chiropractor as long as they are lying on their back and there is no manipulation of the chest 3 weeks after surgery. 

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well.. based in your question you can go back to chiropractic when all process after the breast augmentation was healed complete.

Based upon their BAM recovery, I typically ask patients to wait six weeks before chiropractic manipulations which necessitate being placed face down with pressure on their breasts. The PS who performs your BAM will be your best resource for determining your restrictions.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Dear Cherishtm1,
every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. You should avoid lying on your abdomen during early postoperative period.  I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Any chiropractic manipulation that requires you to lay on your stomach should be avoided for at least 6-8 weeks after surgery.  Not only will direct pressure cause discomfort, but it may also cause separation of your implants out towards your sides.  Hope this helps.

Thanks for your inquiry, as you stated get your surgeon's clearance, but in general terms a person could get seated treatments in as little as 3 weeks, but lying on your belly may take double that time, good luck. 

Hi, thank you for your question. My policy for post-op activity limitations is at least 4-6 weeks, but I would discuss this with your board certified plastic surgeon to understand their post-op guidelines and restrictions to ensure your safety. Best of luck, Dr. Tag

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry. It is important to have an in-person assessment regarding your concerns as it is difficult to determine virtually. It is crucial to get cleared by your doctor before engaging in specific physical activity before the 3 month healing period has ended as the healing stage is important for healthy results.

Exact end results and cup sizes are usually quite difficult to calculate as everyone has a different starting point.

There are many different factors that go into choosing a breast implant size which will correspond with your body dimensions while concurrently achieving your aesthetic results. Some of these factors are: Implant size (CC's), Implant profile (Low, Moderate, High), Placement of the implant (Subglandular vs. Dual Plane) etc. We utilize smooth round cohesive silicone gel 'gummy bear' implants for the best results.

During a consultation your aesthetic goals are heard and taken into account with the measurements of your breasts and the integrity of your tissue, as well as level of ptosis (sag). From here we collectively can find your 'perfect fit'. You are able to try out sizers and different implants in our office such that you can get an idea of what size you would be post-operation. We also offer Crisalix 3D plastic surgery virtual simulator during our in-person and virtual consultations to preview potential results. After your consultation, you will receive your very own implant sizers to take home with you (at a small cost) whether or not you decide to go forward with your procedure.

I usually recommend that my patients stop smoking, take vitamin C daily, and avoid aspirin/ibuprofen and vitamin E 3 weeks prior to surgery. I specialize in the 24-hour Recovery method which minimizes trauma to the breast and decreases pain post-operatively.

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