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.

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.

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