2 weeks post BBL, is standing up 6 hours a day bad for results?

Hello Nazohan,

Congratulations on your recent Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery! Most of my patients return to work and their everyday routine about 7-10 days after their BBL procedure. Some light walking might be advised starting the first night after surgery to prevent blood clots in your legs. Your surgeon may recommend taking anticoagulant medication and wearing anti-embolism stockings, as well. Taking supplements like iron if you feel fatigued, and vitamin C to boost your body’s ability to heal are highly beneficial during BBL’s recovery. However, consult with your aesthetic plastic surgeon about it as each case is different. Bear in mind that putting pressure on your butt by sitting down or laying on it, especially for long periods of time, can stiffen, deform and even cause the transplanted fat cells to reabsorb. In the case you can’t absolutely elude sitting down, I recommend you doing it in a modified position, placing a bolster or rolled-up towel under the back of the thighs, as to avoid significant pressure. Also, there is a variety of post-BBL surgery support cushions available on the market. Hope this is helpful! Dr. De La Cruz. 

I recommend that my patients minimize sitting, even with a pillow, for the first two weeks.  If they must sit, every 30 minutes or an hour, they should get up and stand for a few seconds to take the pressure off.   This reduces the chance for fat necrosis. I usually recommend about 6 weeks before sitting without a pillow. After 6 weeks the fat has revascularized, and they will have a very good idea of their final results.  
Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Thank you for your question.It's important to avoid directly sitting on your butt for at least two weeks after surgery to ensure the best outcome. The longer you can avoid sitting, the better your ultimate outcome.You should also wear your garments for about four weeks. Minimize your activity (exercise) for about four weeks also. Most patients will take off about 1 or 2 weeks from work and will use special pillows to sit on when returning to work.