When Can I Exercise My Abs After BL/BA?

Question

Hi, I had ba/bl 9 weeks ago (275cc both sides,right brest: inverted T scar and implant over muscle; left breast was smaller: lollipop scar and implant under muscle). Left side is still pretty painful in the morning, but it doesn't hurt every day. How long should I wait to start exercise my abs? Thank you

Edward J. Bednar, MD · Answer

You should be ok with abdominal exercises, however, prior to getting back into the gym, please check with your PS to make sure that you are on the right track to getting back to working out

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Consult with your surgeon about the types of activities that are acceptable post-surgery. It is important that you not engage in strenuous activities in the first three (2-3) weeks after surgery. My own personal recommendations to my patients are start walking as much as you want to, as soon as you want to. Then progress as desired to high-reps, low-resistance exercises. Slowly progress for 6 weeks, after which time there are no restrictions. I advise my patients to refrain from strenuous physical activity such as heavy lifting with your arms or jogging for 6 weeks. 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 is important that you follow your doctor's instructions so that you get the best aesthetic results. #breastrevision #breastimplants

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Normally, I recommend patients start cardio and lower body training after three weeks. Upper body weight training and push-ups have to wait until six weeks after surgery. Any strenuous exercise too soon will increase the risk of complications.

Siamak Agha, MD, PhD, FACS · Answer

Given that you are 9 weeks out, I would normally advise my patients that are fully recovered to start back on their work out routine. I do advise that you speak to your surgeon first as this is truly up to your surgeon’s post-operative instruction. Every surgeon has different ways of treating their patients after their operation. Wish you the best of luck in your recovery.

William Bruno, MD · Answer

After two months you should be able to perform pure abdominal exercise, just be careful not to be using your upper body (arms) as many people will "cheat" with their arms during sit-ups. If you feel too much pain during your activity you should stop because your pectoral muscle may not be fully recovered yet. Consult with your plastic surgeon for specific instructions before restarting your exercise program.

	Best wishes,

	Dr.Bruno

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

Each surgeon has his or her guidelines for postoperative care. Generally, you can begin light activity 5 to 7 days post surgery. More strenuous activity can begin as soon as 3 to 6 weeks depending on how you are healing. Consult with your surgeon and follow his or her instruction as he or she knows the scope of the surgery and the specifics about you.

James Knoetgen, III, MD · Answer

I advise all my patients to wait 6 waits after surgery before exercising.  And when they start exercising, I advise them to take it easy in the beginning and gradually increase their activity every week. It's ok to feel soreness, but if you feel any pain, you should stop immediately.

	Of course, it's best to follow up with your plastic surgeon and discuss this issue with him/her. I hope that helps.

C. Bob Basu, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

I generally recommend no heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 4 weeks after breast augmentation and lift procedures. After 4-6 weeks, I clear my patients to resume activity as tolerated. You are 9 weeks out, so you should be OK with abdominal exercises. But please check with your surgeon. Best of luck.

Sugene Kim, MD, FACS · Answer

Post-operative care/recommendation varies surgeon to surgeon. I usually allow my patients to exercise (including abs) 4 weeks after breast augmentation with/without breast lift. I think 9 weeks is plenty. However, you may also want to ask your plastic surgeon.

Louis DeLuca, MD · Answer

I usually allow my patients to resume all levels of activity 6-8 weeks post-op (depending on their healing progress). At 9 weeks post-op you should be adequately healed to resume abdominal muscle exercises assuming that you had an uncomplicated recovery. While these are my recommendations, you need to discuss this with your plastic surgeon to confirm his/her particular post-op activity protocol. Stay healthy!

When Can I Exercise My Abs After BL/BA?

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