I am a CNA, I have been told that they will not let me go back to work if I have to be on light duty because my breast reduction surgery is not a work related injury. This is something that is almost hindering me from getting my surgery I have wanted for 6 years, because I can not afford to be out of work for over 2-3 weeks. The most physical strain I have at my job is rolling residents in bed. Will my doctor work with me on this restraint? How long should I expect to be out of work?
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Hello,Thank you for your question. Yes, some discomfort and muscle weakness can be present at 4 weeks post op. I allow my patients to begin resuming upper body workouts and strenuous activity with the arms at 6 weeks post op. Initially I advise them to start light and work their way up to more...
Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. Based on the pictures, you do appear to have some malposition/bottoming out of the implants. I recommend that you be seen in person so that your Plastic Surgeon can assess and talk about options.
But complications are very rare. So if you take your chances, its unlikely anything will happen. But if you're not able to afford emergency surgery, then its not a bad idea if the costs are not extreme. Be careful and read the fine print before signing on the line.