Long bumpy road trips a week after surgery - complications?

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I got my BA two weeks ago (silicone, sub-pectoral, incision through armpit). I have been on a road trip for the last week as a passenger. Bumpy roads would occasionally hurt. I feel like my boobs jiggled around a lot. Now I am really worried I screwed up (tbh I got guilted into these trips by family members and was apprehensive the entire time). Should I be worried?? Did I increase my chances of complications e.g. capsular contracture?

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. Jarring from a bumpy road trip would likely cause some amount of discomfort after surgery but as long as you had on a supportive bra, it is unlikely that you did any significant damage. If you have any concerns, I would suggest going to see your board certified plastic surgeon.Hope this helps!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi Wannabe9999,
  
Downtime and recovery after breast augmentation surgery varies.
The majority of breast augmentation patients need one week of downtime. Depending on the work environment (heavy lifting, etc) more time off may be necessary. Patients are encouraged to walk immediately after surgery to avoid blood clots in the legs. When it comes to exercising, it may also vary depending on the type of exercises you are going to perform. 
  
When it comes to traveling, you should discuss this with your surgeon, as he/she is the best person who can give you a go signal when it comes to traveling. I suggest that you follow your plastic surgeon’s post-operative instructions, especially on the level of activity that you can do and your scheduled follow up checkups, for faster and recovery. 
  Since you have already traveled and experience some pain on your breasts, it is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for an in-person examination for reassurance. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery 
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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