Will I likely get droop from bring down a couple of times to pick light things up in the first hour after botox?

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I had to pick papers off the floor and tilted my head forward to do so in the first hour after botox, I wasn't down for more than a 30 secs and haven't touched my face much at all all day. Also When is it 100 percent safe to exercise and what are the tell tale signs early on that I might get droop or ptosis?

Brian M. Harmych, MD, FACS · Answer

It is highly unlikely lifting boxes and bending over forward would increase your risk for ptosis. though, most surgeons would recommend avoiding strenuous activity and exercise for 24 hours after the injection. There are no "tell tale" signs of impending ptosis. Ptosis comes on suddenly and is usually not subtle. If you are concerned you have ptosis after Botox injection you should schedule an appointment with your surgeon that performed your injection right away. Thank you for sharing your questions and good luck!Dr. Harmych

Mario Luca Russo, MD, MSc - Account Suspended · Answer

I agree with Dr Ort. As a general rule you want to avoid steam room, sauna, professional facial treatments, yoga and intense exercise for one week. Its unlikely that today's movement will cause any complications.  You will be safe from any complications two weeks after your treatment. Best regards

Terrence Murphy, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  We always advise to not bend over, lie down or exercise for four hours after treatment as it may potentially displace the Botox in doing so.  In our office we do have a somewhat conservative approach and do not over inject.  It would depend on the amount of units that were injected.

Robert S. Bader, MD, FAAD · Answer

It is unlikely that bending over will have any significant effect on your Botox treatment. Most do not recommend any strenuous activity or bending over for 24 hours. Enjoy your treatment!

Alix J. Charles, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I don't think you have anything to worry about. In my experience, leaning forward just a little bit after a Botox treatment is insufficient to cause migration. As for exercise, I tell my patients to return to normal activities 24 hours after treatment. Hope this helps!

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