How long before I can do Military physical training after a BBL?

Thanks for your question. Usually, patients can return to light activities almost immediately after surgery, normal activities 2 weeks after surgery, and vigorous exercise 4 weeks after surgery.  We usually experience a slow steady improvement for 3 months or so after surgery.

I have performed a few BBLs on patients who were active duty, but I advised them to heal completely before trying to participate in any strenuous physical activity.  As a board certified PS and bodybuilder, I advocate continued weight lifting and exercise after a BBL as long as you do not lose body fat.  I usually ask my patients to wait from 4 to 6 weeks to resume strenuous exercise, depending upon how the healing goes. Always ask your plastic surgeon about specific activities and when they can be resumed after surgery.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA