Hot yoga/Vinyasa/Pilates/Planks after breast implants? Yes, depends, or never again?

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I'm almost 4 weeks post-op and I feel relatively good. I got 400cc silicones under the muscle. I'm 5'5" and 125 lbs, and was a 36B (small B) before surgery. I'm asking this because I've had quite the "free" time and have done some research (thanks, Google!), and I've found very different answers. Some say wait a few weeks; others a year; others avoid it forever; or that it depends on the size you got. I'm NOT interested in doing any type of pull-ups/chin-ups, but I LOVE my hot yoga.

M. Scott Haydon, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. After 6 weeks I don't put any restrictions on breast aug patients. I do however encourgae a good supportive sports bra. Some poses and actions will feel very strange at first but your body will get used to the implants being there. Start slowly and build up over a few weeks to help make the process easier. Best of Luck!

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

#RealSelf100Surgeon

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Great question. I let patients return to Yoga after 6 weeks. You should speak to your plastic surgeon about when to expect to return to yoga based on the size you've chosen and the technique of placement. I don't recommend pushups or pectoral exercise for at least 1 year. Ask your surgeon.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes, you should be able to return to all types of exercise (even rigorous) after breast augmentation; it may be a few months before you are able or should return to specific activities (especially those involving the pectoralis major muscle). Your plastic surgeon will guide you during your post op course. Best wishes.

Barry M. Schwartz, MD (retired) · Answer

I discourage any strenuous activity for the pectoralis major muscle in pts. with submuscular implants for at least six months after surgery or until the implants have completely settled. I believe that in most instances light pectoral work can be done after that. I have seen several pts where the implants have  bottomed out very badly due to heavy weight lifting, push ups, etc., where the surgery has been done correctly. .

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