Can I workout 4 weeks after breast lift and implants?

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I REALLY want to get back to training. My surgeon said I can start light walking on the treadmill now (3 weeks out). I really want to start at least legs and biceps/triceps next week. Too soon?

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. After 6 weeks your surgery area is totally healed and yes you can do gym and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Consult with your surgeon about the types of activities that are acceptable post-surgery. It is important that you not engage in strenuous activities in the first three (2-3) weeks after surgery. My own personal recommendations to my patients are start walking as much as you want to, as soon as you want to. Then progress as desired to high-reps, low-resistance exercises. Slowly progress for 6 weeks, after which time there are no restrictions. I advise my patients to refrain from strenuous physical activity such as heavy lifting with your arms or jogging for 6 weeks. 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 is important that you follow your doctor's instructions so that you get the best aesthetic results. #breastrevision #breastimplants

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

After breast implant lift surgery, I advise the patients to
take one week off from work.  At that point we take out their stitches and
teach them the implant massage technique.  We suggest 5 times per day with
the massage and no bra for one month.  The patients may return to work,
but may not engage in any strenuous activity.  At one month, the patients
start to wear a of cup bra with no underwire and can start low impact cardio.
 At two months they can wear an underwire bra and engage in more strenuous
physical activity.  Breast massage continues forever, although only once
per day.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry. Please list to your plastic surgeon's advice.  Only he/she knows how you are healing and best knows when best to advance activity.  Good Luck.

Matthew H. Steele, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  Best to check with your surgeon for specifics, but generally by 3-4 weeks, most patients can resume cardio activity.  I ask my patients to hold off on heavy lifting (more than 10-15lbs) for at least 6 weeks, and avoid pressing/pushing exercises that activate the chest (pectoralis) muscle for at least 2 months.  Good luck.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. 
Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to returning to specific activities. He/she will know exactly what was done, how you are progressing, and exactly what type of activities you are returning to. Generally speaking, it will be important for you to return to activities in a very gradual/cautious fashion. "Listen to your body" as you do so. Having said that, most patients are able to drive approximately one week after surgery, engage in lower body exercises two weeks after surgery, lift more than 10 pounds 4 to 6 weeks after surgery, and run 4 to 6 weeks after surgery as well. Again, the plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to  relevant advice.

Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Please follow your surgeon's instructions about exercise. He/she has checked you and knows how well you are healing.  You will soon be able to enjoy a full workout.

Ronald A. Lohner, MD · Answer

Unfortunately you will get a range of responses here from "work out to tolerance" to "never do push ups again".  The answer probably lies somewhere in between those extremes.  Each surgeon will have their own post operative protocol.  I personally allow my patients to do any exercises they want at one month as long as they start slowly in weight as well as repetitions.  The main concern is post operative hematoma which will usually not occur after 2 weeks.  As always, I would recommend following your individual surgeon's guidelines here.

Michael E. Ciaravino, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

It is always best to follow the advice provided to you by your surgeon. In my practice I advise patients to refrain from any activity that gets the heart rate or blood pressure up within the first two weeks after surgery. No heavy lifting, tugging, or pulling over 20-30 lbs. Three weeks post op I tell my patients they can start with lower body activity. This can include; lunges, squats, and brisk walking. Finally, 4 weeks post op my patients are able to resume regular activity, if it is comfortable for them to do so.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Follow your surgeon's post op instructions as he is monitoring your healing.  In general, light workouts are recommended until you are completely healed. Best to you!

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