How soon after a breast augmentation should I be able to resume guitar lessons + guitar playing?

Hello fellow guitarist.  You should be fine as long as you avoid any Eddie Van Halen stunts.  Things to beware of are those activities that use your pec muscles and are repetitive in action (vacuuming, etc). Have a great time!

Thank you for your question and congrats on the augmentation.  I would say that playing guitar at this point in recovery is fine, especially if you feel fine.  If you notice any additional swelling or discomfort with prolonged playing, then back off and rest for a few days and try again.

Hello,Two weeks after breast augmentation surgery if you feel well and there is no pain with playing you should be fine to enjoy playing your guitar.  Increasing pain generally is a good indicator that you're doing something too early.  Just listen to your body and any recommendations your plastic surgeon has made, and you should be fine.Best of Luck!Dr. Rednam

Thank you for your question.  As every surgeon has their own set of post operative instructions for their patients, the first person I would discuss this with is your surgeon.  That being said, typically, if your recovery has been uneventful, patients find they are able to resume light, non-strenuous activities within the first week to two weeks after surgery.  Activities such as chest presses or heavy lifting however, we prefer our patients to wait a least 4-6 weeks after surgery.  Best regards,Dr. Lane F. Smith, MDPlastic SurgeonLas Vegas, NV

Resuming activity after Breast Augmentation varies depending on the type of implant and location, ie. below or above the muscle.  There is also some variation among patients.  As a general rule, I have my patients limit movement of the arms for the first 5 days, then they can resume activities like driving, and guitar playing (for recreation).  If you are referring to playing on a stage or something more physical, I would recommend 4 weeks.

I think only you can determine when you feel comfortable enough to play guitar. I would avoid the Pete Townsend windmill playing or breaking of the guitar on the amp!

I tell my patients that they can resume activities as they feel they can tolerate. If an activity causes discomfort than I recommend backing off that activity for a period of time before trying it again.  Playing the guitar should not pose any concerns to your recent breast augmentation.

I tell my patients that they can resume many activities when it feels comfortable to do them.  In most straight-forward breast augmentation procedures, guitar playing or many other instruments should not pose any problem at all, even within several days of your surgery as long as you feel comfortable.

Congratulations on having undergone the breast augmentation procedure. Your plastic surgery will always be your best resource when it comes to returning to specific activities. Given that you are doing well, it is likely that you will be able to resume playing the guitar now.  Enjoy the outcome of your surgery and the music!

Congrats on feeling so great after surgery.  You should always consult with your plastic surgeon to see what he or she recommends.  I typically tell my patients gentle playing while sitting is fine after 2 weeks.  If you start having pain or aching, back off from playing the rest of the day and try it again tomorrow.  I would not recommend lifting any heavy equipment or playing for longer than a 30 mins to start and build back up to your normal routine. SincerelyJamie Moenster, DO, FACOS