Breast Reduction and Lower Body Exercise?

I usually encourage my patients to wait 3-4 weeks prior to starting a stationary bike, and no weight lifting for 6 weeks. You need to talk to your surgeon about specific exercise and what he prefers.

Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction procedure;  this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.

 Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to returning to specific activities after surgery. After all, he/she knows exactly how you are doing and whether or not you experience any complications.

 Generally speaking, I encourage my patients to start with  lower body exercise (for example stationary bike)  1 to 2 weeks after the procedure- again, best to check with your surgeon.

 Best wishes.

It is important to clear your activities with your surgeon, your surgeon knows you best. For my patients, I want them to avoid strenuous exercise for 3 to 4 weeks or swelling may recur.