Recovery varies from patient to patient following breastreduction surgery.We generallyrecommend that patients avoid strenuous activities including running for a leastsix weeks following surgery.Running in the immediatepost-operative period may adversely impact the aesthetic results followingbreast reduction and lead to a higher rate of complications.The constant bouncing of the breasts can leadto wound breakdown and spread of the scars.In addition the breasts may bottom out and develop recurrent sag.This is especially true when thebreasts are left relatively large following the procedure. It’s thereforeimportant that patients wear a quality support bra when running after breastreduction procedures.It’s important to discuss this issuewith your plastic surgeon before running.Your surgeon has important information regarding your situation and whenit’s safe to resume this activity.
Thanks for the question. Congratulations on having undergone breast reduction surgery; it is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Generally, it is best to follow your surgeon's guidelines in regards to return to activity/ exercise. Most of my patients are able to return to this type of activity about 4 to 6 weeks after the breast reduction surgery. I hope this helps.