I am 4.5 weeks PO and have had good healing. All incisions are closed. I am on precautionary antibiotics for small area of "trapped pus" at an incision but feeling ok overall. No seeping or wound issues. When is it safe to resume yoga practice? It involves a lot of arm stretching and usw of pectoral strength so I'm a bit nervous. Thanks for your time.
March 27, 2016
Answer: Activity post op Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for six weeks. 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.
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March 27, 2016
Answer: Activity post op Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for six weeks. 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.
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February 19, 2017
Answer: Resume yoga after Breast Reduction? Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Every patient's recovery varies after surgical procedures; your plastic surgeon will be in the best position to guide you. Generally speaking, my patients begin walking and/or lower body exercise within one to 2 weeks after breast reduction surgery. More vigorous activity such as heavy lifting or aerobic activity usually begins 4 to 6 weeks postoperatively. When it comes to returning to yoga, I would suggest that you very gradually return to upper body and chest related exercises (as you carefully listen to your body). I hope this helps.
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February 19, 2017
Answer: Resume yoga after Breast Reduction? Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Every patient's recovery varies after surgical procedures; your plastic surgeon will be in the best position to guide you. Generally speaking, my patients begin walking and/or lower body exercise within one to 2 weeks after breast reduction surgery. More vigorous activity such as heavy lifting or aerobic activity usually begins 4 to 6 weeks postoperatively. When it comes to returning to yoga, I would suggest that you very gradually return to upper body and chest related exercises (as you carefully listen to your body). I hope this helps.
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