Is it OK to mow the grass after breast augmentation? (photos)

I used to tell my breast augmentation patients that the risk of bleeding never reaches zero, but after 4 weeks this risk is about the same as MY risk of having a torn muscle with certain activities. So other than avoiding sun exposure for 6-12 months (as long as the scars are pink), I would have OK'd "anything" as long as it is started gradually, beginning about 4 weeks post-op. But then I had patients ask about kickboxing, horseback riding, pole vaulting, and trapeze sex. SO I decided I'd better adopt a 6 week rule of restricted activities (with the same 6-12 months of ultraviolet avoidance). Still start gradually and see how you do.5 acres is a lot, and you probably don't want to try an acre first and see how you do. But you have to start sometime, and if you do have a problem, it would be quite unusual at this point (but a problem nonetheless). Still, you will have to ask your surgeon to "fix" the problem if you have one, so it is always wise to check something like this with your surgeon first. Just to be on the safe side. At 6 weeks post-op I'd say "Sure, but take it easy and do only part of it first time."BTW, I hope you are simply posing for the photo with your child on your lap. Too many of us plastic surgeons take care of multiple toe and foot amputations when a child falls off a mower while having a "ride." You said yourself it's bumpy. Please, for the safety of your children, and to avoid your own heartbreak, do not EVER have a child on your lap while you mow. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen

Hello,I will typically allow my patients to return to all normal activity at 6 weeks provided recovery is uneventful, however each Plastic Surgeon will have their own preferred post op protocols. I recommend that you check in with your Plastic Surgeon so that they can clear you for any activity you are unsure about.Take care

I appreciate your question.

No strenuous activity for 6-8 weeks is best.  Please confirm with your surgeon as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and  how you are healing at this time.



The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz

Thank you for your question and post. You should confirm with your surgeon, but if you were my patient, I would allow lawn mowing, even on a bumpy lawn mower.Best of luck. Congrats on your recent surgery!!- Dr. Bryson Richards (Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon)

Thank ypu for your question. Congratulations on
breast augmentation surgery. Yes, you will be able to engage in running and
other activities 6-8 weeks after surgery. Follow your surgeons recommendations
as to when to start. mowing the 5 acre lawn.  Best Wishes.

You have already answered your own question.  Is is a good risk to take?  A lot of vibration and bouncing at 6 weeks is a significant risk for bleeding then hematoma then capsular contracture.  Why take the risk that you will ruin your excellent outcome.  If you ever are in a position where you need to wonder whether you should do it, the answer is probably, no! 

Recovery after a breast augmentation can be very straight forward with the right surgeon. Precise technique with minimal trauma leads to little pain after surgery, with many of our patients going out for dinner the same night as surgery. Every surgeon will have his/her own preferences as to recovery for specific procedures. I have patients wear a soft bra after breast augmentation for a few weeks to splint everything, and at that point the scars are generally very stable and we move to normal bras (or none) and long term scar management. Most important is a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon regarding this procedure. Don’t settle for less!

You probably are ready to resume most activity.  Follow your surgeons guidance.Best Wishes,Nana Mizuguchi

Thanks for your inquiry and glad to hear you are healing well.  At six weeks most plastic surgeons will have removed such activity restrictions as riding a lawn mower, but please please get permission from your surgeon as you are right 5 acres is alot!  Good Luck. 

At 6 weeks this type of activity should be fine.  My patients are usually back to work in 3 days and aerobic exercise in a week.