What upper body exercises can't I do? 360cc implants sitting to high 8 years post-op (Photos)

Thank you for your question. Looking at your photos and comparing the two breast it seems that your left breast is sitting high due to most likely a capsular contracture. Remember, a capsular contracture is simply the scar tissue that forms around the implant. If you were eight years out from your revision surgery, there is a small chance that you’re in pain could be rupture, which is stimulated more scar formation, i.e. more capsule. I don’t really feel like there’s probably any exercises you can’t do but if there is a chance you have a ruptured implant it would start with a mammogram to take a look. If that is not diagnostic, then you may need an MRI. If you wanted to avoid upper body working out, particularly those related to the pec major, it wouldn’t hurt, but I’m not sure that it’s gonna make a difference when it’s all said and done.

Hello and thank you for your question. 8 years post operatively there should not be any restrictions on what you can do. If you have noticed a recent change in implant size/shape/position, especially if this is accompanied by pain, these could be signs of a capsular contracture. No exercises will make this better or worse. The next best steps would be to have an in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to perform a thorough exam and evaluation and discuss the next steps.

Dear Original896640,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you discuss this with your plastic surgeon or another plastic surgeon after a consultation.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. You have likely developed a capsular contracture which will require surgery to correct. In the interim you can perform any gym activity that does not cause you significant pain. Hope this helps.

After breast implant surgery, you should consult with your surgeon for specific recommendations on exercises. In general, exercises that put excessive pressure on your chest, like heavy bench presses, may not be recommended. However, many other upper body exercises, like bicep curls, shoulder presses, and lateral raises, may be safe to do with proper form. It may require a revision surgery or replacement of implants with silicone and possibly a tear-drop shape. Please discuss options with your surgeon on how best to achieve a more natural appearance of implant placement.

After breast implant surgery, you should consult with your surgeon for specific recommendations on exercises. In general, exercises that put excessive pressure on your chest, like heavy bench presses, may not be recommended. However, many other upper body exercises, like bicep curls, shoulder presses, and lateral raises, may be safe to do with proper form. It may require a revision surgery or replacement of implants with silicone and possibly a tear-drop shape. Please discuss options with your surgeon on how best to achieve a more natural appearance of implant placement.

From your photos it appears you may have a capsular contracture on one side. A visit to a board certified plastic surgeon can confirm this. There are no restrictions on exercises. I've included a video about capsular contracture that I hope you find helpful.

You probably have a capsule causing your implant to sit high. You should be able to do any kind of exercise that you want.