I️I️ carry (NOT LIFT over shoulders, I usually tuck my elbow into my side for sturdiness&balance) UP TO 30#s of food/dishes/drinks (we don’t use trays to carry food, trays are ONLY used for drinks). Do you think 15 Vacation days AFTER breast augmentation will be enough time to recovery before heading back to work? I️f needed, I️ was thinking about doing light duty work for the next 1-2 weeks after that instead of taking 4 weeks off.
Answer: Going back to work after BA Thank you for your question. I would recommend speaking to your plastic surgeon about specific post op instructions. Regards,
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Answer: Going back to work after BA Thank you for your question. I would recommend speaking to your plastic surgeon about specific post op instructions. Regards,
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Recovery after Breast Augmentation I recommend taking 5-7 days off of work after a breast augmentation. Some patients go back sooner depending on their job requirements. I encourage my patients to be up walking around they day of surgery. They can lift their arms above their heads the day of surgery if they are doing it slowly and gently. I allow non-impact cardio such as stationary bike, elliptical, stair-master 1 week after surgery. No impact exercises for 6 weeks- this includes running, jumping around, push-ups, lifting weights over 10 pounds, etc. If you are going back to work in a restaurant I would recommend carrying less weight and making multiple trips or get co-workers to help out for the first few weeks.
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Recovery after Breast Augmentation I recommend taking 5-7 days off of work after a breast augmentation. Some patients go back sooner depending on their job requirements. I encourage my patients to be up walking around they day of surgery. They can lift their arms above their heads the day of surgery if they are doing it slowly and gently. I allow non-impact cardio such as stationary bike, elliptical, stair-master 1 week after surgery. No impact exercises for 6 weeks- this includes running, jumping around, push-ups, lifting weights over 10 pounds, etc. If you are going back to work in a restaurant I would recommend carrying less weight and making multiple trips or get co-workers to help out for the first few weeks.
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November 15, 2017
Answer: Downtime after BA Dear LookingFine808,It depends on the individual but its at least a week of solid downtime. Beyond that depends on how you heal, what time of work you do, and the amount involved with surgery. I tell my patients not to lift anything more than 8lbs for at least two weeks. It would be the best to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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November 15, 2017
Answer: Downtime after BA Dear LookingFine808,It depends on the individual but its at least a week of solid downtime. Beyond that depends on how you heal, what time of work you do, and the amount involved with surgery. I tell my patients not to lift anything more than 8lbs for at least two weeks. It would be the best to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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November 14, 2017
Answer: Working after breast augmentation surgery Taking light duty work for another 1 to 2 weeks is great. My patients who use their arms a lot (ex. nurses who need to move patients) often return to these duties by the 14th day with some soreness. They are good to go by the 21st day. Always best to check with your surgeon's protocol.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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November 14, 2017
Answer: Working after breast augmentation surgery Taking light duty work for another 1 to 2 weeks is great. My patients who use their arms a lot (ex. nurses who need to move patients) often return to these duties by the 14th day with some soreness. They are good to go by the 21st day. Always best to check with your surgeon's protocol.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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November 14, 2017
Answer: 15 days of recovery AFTER augmentation? I am a server at a fast paced restaurant. There are no hard and fast rules. You and your plastic surgeon should discuss what would be best for you. If the breast augmentation is uncomplicated, 15 days vacation may not be unreasonable. Most plastic surgeons will recommend 4 to 6 weeks before lifting more than 10 pounds and resuming strenuous activity so requesting light duty work for one to two weeks after returning to work would be a good way to transition into your previous work routine.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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November 14, 2017
Answer: 15 days of recovery AFTER augmentation? I am a server at a fast paced restaurant. There are no hard and fast rules. You and your plastic surgeon should discuss what would be best for you. If the breast augmentation is uncomplicated, 15 days vacation may not be unreasonable. Most plastic surgeons will recommend 4 to 6 weeks before lifting more than 10 pounds and resuming strenuous activity so requesting light duty work for one to two weeks after returning to work would be a good way to transition into your previous work routine.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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