Can't lift my arms to the side 3 weeks after augmentation?

Hello,Thank you for your Question. I recommend that you discuss this concern with your Plastic Surgeon. My patients can typically lift their arms comfortably by three weeks post op, however I advise no heavy lifting for 6 weeks total.All the best

Tingling, burning or shooting pains, which will disappear with time and should not alarm you, indicate regeneration of the sensory nerves. If these sensations cause pain, repeated, local self-massage per your surgeon's permission may help.As I recommend to my patients, you should avoid heavy lifting and strenuous #activity for six weeks following your #BreastSurgery. You may, however, do normal activities at any time if they cause no pain or #discomfort. Let your body tell you what you can or cannot do. Aerobic exercise will raise your blood pressure, which could cause late bleeding and harm your result. Once you begin exercising again, start gently and let your body tell you what it can tolerate. Don’t rush!! It may require the full 6 weeks before you can do any upper body work-outs, yoga, etc.If you have concerns about your healing, or pain that you question to be unusual, it is important to call your plastic surgeon to discuss these further asked to be examined.

Thanks for your question. I am sorry you are having difficulty after your breast augmentation. At 3weeks post op,I would expect you to have full range of motion in your arms.  It is difficult to tell you what the problem may be without an examination.  You may need to consider PT to help if you are truly restricted in your movement. I suggest you be evaluated by your surgeon to assess.  Bset Rgards