What are the limitations after breast reduction surgery?

Helllo, congratulating for choosing to undergo a #breast #reduction! In my opinion, most patients resume normal activity by two weeks however full
activity, lifting, sports, and no restrictions is safer at 6 weeks Some
discomfort, swelling and discoloration of the #breasts are to be expected for
several weeks. Usually, our patients return to almost normal activity within
two weeks. The scars at the incision lines typically become reddish and a few
weeks after surgery are raised and firm. After a number of months they become
pale and soft. After 8-12 months, the scars are relatively inconspicuous. The #nipples
and some areas of the skin may be numb or sensitive after surgery. Sensation
may return within a few weeks or months, but may be diminished or overly
sensitive. I recommend that you avoid driving while using pain relief medications. Your best advisor is your #board #certified #plastic #surgeon. Everyone heals in their own timing. I suggest that you discuss your concerns with your ps. Best wishes!

 Understanding that recovery instructions can vary from patient to patient, in general, I recommend no  vigorous activity, no heavy lifting or nothing that you would strain at performing for approximately one week.  Small children may climb up into your lap and you may stand with them as long as you do not strain.  After the first week if it hurts don't do it, if it's just sore then be cautious for the next two weeks. After three weeks you are approximately 90% healed. 

Thank you for your question. Usually 2 to 3 weeks to recover with no driving while taking pain medication, which is about a week for most patients.