Hi, I had a BBL 4 weeks ago. I'm not done with my recovery until 6 weeks. I returned to work after my 1st week PO and I have not used a chair at all to sit. I have been standing at my computer desk and now at 4 weeks I'm starting to feel tired and fatigued. My legs and shins hurt. At 4 weeks PO am I OK to start using a recovery pillow to sit at work and not ruin my fat graft? Thanks!
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October 6, 2019
Answer: BBL: I'm at 4 weeks PO, can I use a pillow to sit now?
Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) says:
The answer to your question depends on your body's healing as well as the observation skills of your boyfriend. At 3 weeks, bruising should also be gone for most people. The incisions made during BBL are very minimal and should be pretty well healed up at 3 weeks as well. Scars can take...
The biggest issue here is the need to set on your butt. If you can minimize sitting, and sit mostly on her thighs, you can consider returning to work. Those patients who stand for most of the day should not have any major problems at work by 10 days.
I appreciate your question.
I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon. Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history.
The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.
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