I have underwent a breast augmentation (520cc sub-muscular) and am concerned about this affecting my ability to perform push ups once I ship out for the Air Force. Will I be able to perform push-ups multiple times through out the day?
Answer: Exercise post op Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for six weeks. You may, however, do normal activities at any time if they cause no pain or discomfort. Let your body tell you what you can or cannot do. Aerobic exercise will raise your blood pressure, which could cause late bleeding and harm your result. Once you begin exercising again, start gently and let your body tell you what it can tolerate. Don’t rush!! It may require the full 6 weeks before you can do any upper body work-outs, yoga, etc.
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Answer: Exercise post op Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for six weeks. You may, however, do normal activities at any time if they cause no pain or discomfort. Let your body tell you what you can or cannot do. Aerobic exercise will raise your blood pressure, which could cause late bleeding and harm your result. Once you begin exercising again, start gently and let your body tell you what it can tolerate. Don’t rush!! It may require the full 6 weeks before you can do any upper body work-outs, yoga, etc.
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April 28, 2016
Answer: Doing push-ups in the military after breast implants You will be able to do multiple push-ups. It's best to get your doctor's advice, but I tell my patients that three weeks after surgery, it’s OK for them to do aerobic activity (treadmill, stationary bike, etc.), running and lower-body weight training. Women are usually comfortable doing arm exercises (upper-body weights) starting about six weeks after surgery. I have Triple Crown bodybuilders who go back into competition after getting implants. They start with light training at six weeks and heavier training after eight weeks. I also have patients who are in the military and have surgery between their deployments. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths." Wishing you all the best.
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April 28, 2016
Answer: Doing push-ups in the military after breast implants You will be able to do multiple push-ups. It's best to get your doctor's advice, but I tell my patients that three weeks after surgery, it’s OK for them to do aerobic activity (treadmill, stationary bike, etc.), running and lower-body weight training. Women are usually comfortable doing arm exercises (upper-body weights) starting about six weeks after surgery. I have Triple Crown bodybuilders who go back into competition after getting implants. They start with light training at six weeks and heavier training after eight weeks. I also have patients who are in the military and have surgery between their deployments. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths." Wishing you all the best.
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April 27, 2016
Answer: Will I be able to join the military after getting breast implants? Thank you in advance for your service. In the long-term, you will be able to return to all activities. Your plastic surgeon will your best guide in regards to timing of returning to specific activities/exercise. Best wishes.
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April 27, 2016
Answer: Will I be able to join the military after getting breast implants? Thank you in advance for your service. In the long-term, you will be able to return to all activities. Your plastic surgeon will your best guide in regards to timing of returning to specific activities/exercise. Best wishes.
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April 28, 2016
Answer: You should have no problem joining the Military after you heal from your breast augmentation In fact when I was in the Air Force I did a good number of breast augmentations on active duty women. You should be able to do all of the required PT and lifting after you have healed after 6-8 weeks. Thank you for volunteering to serve our country
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April 28, 2016
Answer: You should have no problem joining the Military after you heal from your breast augmentation In fact when I was in the Air Force I did a good number of breast augmentations on active duty women. You should be able to do all of the required PT and lifting after you have healed after 6-8 weeks. Thank you for volunteering to serve our country
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