How can I improve my ROM & reduce skin tightening w/ horizontal abduction/shoulder flexion after gynecomastia surgery? (Photos)

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I'm three weeks postop from my gynecomastia surgery and I'm wondering how I can reduce skin tightness and reduced range of motion when I horizontally abduct and flex my arm? I'm not sure if it's scar tissue build up, but when I go to stretch my pectoral muscles or lift my arm above my head there is a pulling sensation between my sternum and medial areola and it reduces my range of motion to about 80% of my normal range

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Based on the location of your incisions it appears that you had liposuction assisted correction of your gynecomastia.  What is likely causing your decreased ROM is the residual swelling present within your tissues.  Allow your results to mature further, over the next 3-5 weeks, and you will see steady return to your former motion.  Hang in there!

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

It is normal to have tightness and swelling for weeks to months after gynecomastia surgery.  It is probably ok to begin range of motion exercises, but be sure to check with your surgeon before doing anything strenuous.

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