Can I do chest exercises (weights) after a fat transfer to the breast?

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I had a fat transfer a month ago and I'm ready to start exercising. I haven't lost very much volumes, but I'm worried weight lifting will diminish my result. What do you think?

Brian C. Reuben, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Once the fat becomes engrafted (new blood supply to it), it simply behaves as normal fat.  Once the swelling has gone down, you are okay to resume normal activities.  This typically takes 4-6 weeks.  Definitely follow the advice of your surgeon.

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,exercise will not make your grafts disappear any more than fat anywhere else on your body. As I said in your other post about bras, what's alive will remain alive, and what isn't will slowly dissipate with time. You can exercise as lib.Best of luck!

Anthony A. Admire, MD, FACS · Answer

Assuming you have had a normal recovery, without any complications - hematoma, fat necrosis, excessive edema and eccymoses, then it should be fine to resume all normal activities including weight lifting. The recovery can vary with the amount of fat transferred as well. Because fat isn't like an implant (saline or silicone) where post surgical activity is usually a bit more restricted, activity can usually resume normally at 1 month. Discuss with your plastic surgeon however.

Winfield Hartley, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

At one month, I would begin light resistance training.  I wouldn't use any weights for any exercises that you can't do at least 20 reps with.  Gradually increase your weight and decrease your reps as you feel comfortable.

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

You should be able to work out just fine.  First get an examination form your doctor to makes sure all has healed well.  Generally you should wait 6 weeks before resuming physical activity.  Best of luck to you.Dr. Michael Omidi

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