How Long Does It Take for Muscles to Heal After Implants?

there are several answers:


the muscle is 80% healed at 6 weeks

most women can do complete activity then

most of my patients are doing near complete activity at 3 weeks

the shape , softening, position can take 3-4 months.

the breast will still change in the first  year

Thank you for your question.  It takes weeks for your incision to heal but months for muscle to fully heal and settle down.  Pain and muscle spasms, although not typical, can last for up to 6 months to a year.  I haven't seen this very often but it can happen.

It can take quite awhile for some people.

You may want to go back to your surgeon to be checked to make sure that you are not having a problem.

Best of Luck.

Hello,

The amount of muscle contraction that you may feel after a breast augmentation depends on how much of the muscle was cut and the size of your implants.  Its usually in the several month range for most.  Sometimes stretching, massage, and arm movement can help expedite the process even though it hurts while doing it.

All the best,

Dr Repta

It takes a few months for everything to feel "normal," after breast augmentation. GIve it some more time.

Pain and muscle contraction are common post-augment symptoms. This can last for several months, although it should improve after 6-8 weeks. You should continue to followup with your plastic surgeon at regular intervals as long as this persists.