Dr. James Barber - Cosmetic Surgery Blog

It is important to follow your Pittsburgh plastic surgeon’s specific advice before resuming your exercise program after any surgery, specifically breast augmentation. An increase in blood pressure after surgery could result in bleeding under the skin which may delay healing and potentially affect the results of your plastic surgery.

The first 2 weeks are critical for breast implant positioning and appearance. Anything that would put stress on the chest muscles (heavy lifting) or bouncing of the chest area (aerobics/jogging) could cause the wound to break open, the internal stitches to break or the implants to shift. Once again, these actions may affect the final outcome of your breast enhancement surgery. Gentle walking is permitted in the first 2 weeks, as long as you are feeling well enough. Strenuous activities may be resumed, with Dr. Barber’s permission, approximately 3-4 weeks after surgery. Intense upper trunk exercises (curls, bench presses, push ups, etc) should be avoided for approximately 4-6 weeks after the procedure. Once you resume your exercise routine, start slow and listen to your body.

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