Workout and Capsular Contracture?

May 28, 2013
Asked By:JessUSA in Kearny, NJ

Does workout (lift weights) HEAVY at the gym after breast augmentation cause or can help capsular contracture to form around the implants? After how long someone is clear to workout without ANY restrictions?

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June 3, 2013

Answer: Working Out Postop

June 3, 2013

Answer: Working Out Postop

May 30, 2013

Answer: There is no relationship between weightlifting in capsular contracture after breast augmentation.

May 30, 2013

Answer: There is no relationship between weightlifting in capsular contracture after breast augmentation.

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