When can I exercise after breast lift?

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I had a breast lift (no implant) two weeks ago. I was anticipating going back to the gym at 3 weeks, is that correct?I typically do 30 min cardio 4x a week and weight lifting 5 days a week. I have been told no excessive exercise, but I am struggling to understand what constitutes "excessive?"

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. After 6 weeks your surgery area is totally healed and yes you can do gym and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.

Jaime Perez, MD · Answer

In my practice, patients are permitted to ease back into their normal exercise 4-6 weeks after surgery. It is always best to check with your surgeon for more specific instructions. Best regards.Jaime Perez, MDPlastic Surgery Center of Tampa

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

First of all, specific instructions about convalescence should come only from your plastic surgeon. In my particular practice I permit exercises that do not involve significant movement of the breast or the arms as soon as patient wishes. Full athletic activity would be permitted at 4 to 6 weeks.

Brian C. Reuben, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The bottom line is to always follow the instructions of your surgeon.  Most surgeons will have you refrain from vigorous exercise for 4-6 weeks.  Chat with your surgeon of their staff and they can give you specific recommendations.  Best wishes.

Roger Tsai, MD · Answer

It really all depends on how you feel.  A safe, conservative number is 4 weeks - but if it was a smaller lift, the wounds are healed, and you feel well, then you can return sooner.  Let your body guide your return to exercising; if it hurts or aches, then don't do it, or go lighter.  You're workout regimen is fairly aggressive, I would start off slowly and work your way into your regular routine.  Good luck and hope this helps!

Andrea Marando, MD · Answer

Congratulations for your recent operation and thank you for your question. You are obviously very active!In my practice in Manchester and London,  for patients following breast reduction and breast uplift, I advice to resume physical activities for the lower body 2 weeks after surgery, limited activities for the upper body after 4 weeks and to resume all normal activities (such as your weight lifting) after 6 weeks.However every surgeon, also in relationship with the surgical technique used, has his/her own set of advice.I am sure that if you contact him/her and ask, you will be able to have a more specific answer on when  to your training regime.All the best.Andrea Marando

Stuart A. Linder, MD, FACS · Answer

The final answer is with your plastic surgeon. In my practice, normally 5-6 weeks is ample time to regain safe work out routines. Start with aerobic exercises BEFORE rigorous strength training.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

I would wait another couple of weeks for intense exercise.  You have the whole rest of your lift to exercise, however you want to heal perfectly now, don't ruin it by exercising too early.Good Luck!

Jeanette Padgett, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for posting your question.  Your plastic surgeon will have specific instructions regarding returning to pre-operative exercise routines.  Be sure to follow his/her post-op instructions.  In my practice, 2 weeks following a following a breast lift, my patients can begin stationary bike aerobic exercise and begin leg-only weight training (with reduced weights and more reps).  Best wishes.

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