I got 350cc saline high profile submuscular breast implants with a crease incision. I lifted a backpack and went walking for a few miles at day 8 post op. I did not know that I could not exercise or lift heavy weights until 3 weeks post op. What will be the consequence of this? Did I do long term damage?
Answer: Exercise after breast augmentation Increasing your blood pressure and heart rate within the first 7-10 days after surgery does slightly increase the possibility of having unwanted bleeding and bruising. I typically ask my patients to refrain from aerobic exercise during the first week or so. After that, low impact exercise and isolated lower body and core exercise is allowed. I prefer my patients to avoid heavy lifting and upper body workouts for about 6 weeks. Upper body exercise can affect the implant positioning and negatively influence the natural softening and settling of the implants. You probably have not done anything that will cause you any issues. If you have concerns or symptoms or just want reassurance, a quick visit with your surgeon is helpful and usually welcome.
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Answer: Exercise after breast augmentation Increasing your blood pressure and heart rate within the first 7-10 days after surgery does slightly increase the possibility of having unwanted bleeding and bruising. I typically ask my patients to refrain from aerobic exercise during the first week or so. After that, low impact exercise and isolated lower body and core exercise is allowed. I prefer my patients to avoid heavy lifting and upper body workouts for about 6 weeks. Upper body exercise can affect the implant positioning and negatively influence the natural softening and settling of the implants. You probably have not done anything that will cause you any issues. If you have concerns or symptoms or just want reassurance, a quick visit with your surgeon is helpful and usually welcome.
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Answer: Listen to Your Body Thanks for your question. I allow
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June 17, 2014
Answer: Lifting heavy weights and exercising soon after breast augmentation surgery We ask our patients to avoid heavy lifting, straining and elevating their blood pressure in the first few weeks after surgery to minimize bruising, bleeding, pain and implant displacement. Follow up with your plastic surgeon to be sure all is well and review their postoperative regimen for exercise.
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June 17, 2014
Answer: Lifting heavy weights and exercising soon after breast augmentation surgery We ask our patients to avoid heavy lifting, straining and elevating their blood pressure in the first few weeks after surgery to minimize bruising, bleeding, pain and implant displacement. Follow up with your plastic surgeon to be sure all is well and review their postoperative regimen for exercise.
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Vigorous activity after breast augmentation Figures activity questions activity after breast augmentation can irritate the muscle and calls pain that may be difficult to overcome. It also can cause bleeding that can lead to a hematoma which will be detrimental to your long-term outcome. Please refrain from your vigorous activity and speak with your plastic surgeon
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Vigorous activity after breast augmentation Figures activity questions activity after breast augmentation can irritate the muscle and calls pain that may be difficult to overcome. It also can cause bleeding that can lead to a hematoma which will be detrimental to your long-term outcome. Please refrain from your vigorous activity and speak with your plastic surgeon
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Exercise after breast implants I have my patients wait about 6 weeks before doing any heavy lifting after an augmentation. Light exercise is ok after 1-2 weeks.
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Exercise after breast implants I have my patients wait about 6 weeks before doing any heavy lifting after an augmentation. Light exercise is ok after 1-2 weeks.
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