I am six weeks post-op and used to do push-ups regularly. I love the definition in my arms from them. I have been cleared for exercise, but tried a push-up today. I had the strength, and felt fine on my way down. However, on my way up, it felt like the implants were moving out to my sides in a very strange way, also I felt pain in my nipples. Yikes! I was soo disappointed! Now, I'm afraid to try again in the future! Will there be a time when I could try again and this won't happen?
August 27, 2015
Answer: Cleared for workouts doesn't mean you'll feel great... The mommy makeover procedure is a BIG surgery and definitely takes a lot of time to completely recuperate from.Just because you are cleared for exercise at 6 weeks doesn’t mean that you will be good at it yet!! Patients frequently get frustrated when they realize how much endurance and strength they have lost during the downtime after a surgery.You simply need to have patience and very gradually work back up to your usual routines.In particular after a breast augmentation the chest wall muscles take time to stretch and get used to the new “bulk” under them.Be assured however that eventually the muscles will stretch, the pain will subside, and you will be back to doing your pushups, loving your arms, and also loving the look and feel of your new breast and body.Take it a day at a time, and let us know how you are feeling in another 2-3 months!
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August 27, 2015
Answer: Cleared for workouts doesn't mean you'll feel great... The mommy makeover procedure is a BIG surgery and definitely takes a lot of time to completely recuperate from.Just because you are cleared for exercise at 6 weeks doesn’t mean that you will be good at it yet!! Patients frequently get frustrated when they realize how much endurance and strength they have lost during the downtime after a surgery.You simply need to have patience and very gradually work back up to your usual routines.In particular after a breast augmentation the chest wall muscles take time to stretch and get used to the new “bulk” under them.Be assured however that eventually the muscles will stretch, the pain will subside, and you will be back to doing your pushups, loving your arms, and also loving the look and feel of your new breast and body.Take it a day at a time, and let us know how you are feeling in another 2-3 months!
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Discomfort during pushups after mommy makeover Six weeks after surgery, your body has generally healed to the extent that regular exercise can be resumed but it will take months for your body to return completely to normal. Most symptoms resolve over time but if they persist, discuss your concerns with your PS at your next follow-up appointment.
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Discomfort during pushups after mommy makeover Six weeks after surgery, your body has generally healed to the extent that regular exercise can be resumed but it will take months for your body to return completely to normal. Most symptoms resolve over time but if they persist, discuss your concerns with your PS at your next follow-up appointment.
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November 12, 2014
Answer: Pushups? Although you are 6 weeks out and healed you should back off when you have discomfort. I would recommend starting out with light weight dumbbells to exercise your arms and take it easy on the pectoralis (chest) muscles. This way you can start getting some exercise without straining your core muscles. Start with knee pushups when you give it another try and limit the number, most people take a while but get back to full strength. Good for you for staying fit!
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November 12, 2014
Answer: Pushups? Although you are 6 weeks out and healed you should back off when you have discomfort. I would recommend starting out with light weight dumbbells to exercise your arms and take it easy on the pectoralis (chest) muscles. This way you can start getting some exercise without straining your core muscles. Start with knee pushups when you give it another try and limit the number, most people take a while but get back to full strength. Good for you for staying fit!
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