Will my upper body strength return if implants are removed?

Hello, thank you for your question. I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's understandable to be concerned about your strength and overall well-being after undergoing such a significant procedure. I have attached a video that discusses your question in detail, please watch this. You can likely regain your upper body strength, but it will require a tailored approach involving professional guidance and a commitment to rehabilitation. Take the time to assess your situation thoroughly with your healthcare team, and remember that your mental and emotional health is equally important as your physical well-being.

A loss of upper body strength is not a common complication of breast augmentation. If you are considering explantation, you should rule out other potential causes before having surgery. If there are other reasons for the weakness, they will likely remain after the implants are removed.

Loss of upper body strength is not generally associated with implants. Patients are able to resume an active lifestyle and regular exercise routine typically six weeks after surgery. I encourage you to return to your surgeon for an evaluation and to discuss your concerns. You may have improvement with a differently sized implant and/or placement.