I had breast augmentation surgery 3 weeks ago. I plan to go to a place where they have carousels, water rides and other activities. Could doing any of these activities affect the results of my breast augmentation surgery?
Typically it is ok to swim by 3-4 weeks postop. Although you may still have some discomfort at that time most activities should not cause any problems but limit any excessive/vigorous upper body straining exercises for up to 6+ weeks.
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You should check with your surgeon. In my experience, I permit my patients to return to full activity three weeks after breast augmentation.
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Recommendations will vary from surgeon to surgeon and procedure to procedure.
In my practice, I advise patients to avoid exercise for 1 month and to avoid strenuous activity for 6 weeks. These recommendations can be amended based upon patient healing. With regards to your specific question, I would avoid water and thrill rides, although a leisurely carousel ride should be fine. Practicing in the theme park capital of the world, Central Florida, I have found these to be reasonable and effective recommendations.
As always, discuss your concerns with and follow the recommendations of your board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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I would not advise submerging your breasts under water for 6 weeks after surgery. I sometimes give my patients a Bioclusive dressing if they desire to be in the water. I would also be careful with vigorous activity for 6 weeks following surgery.
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Surely you discussed this with your board-certified plastic surgeon prior to surgery. He/she should answer this question, not in general, but specifically to your post-op exam and rate of recovery.
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At 4 weeks, you can resume full activity, but you should always have good support.
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Probably not! Don't do anything like that unless your doctor gives you the green light.
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You should ask you plastic surgeon.
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Typically, submerging incisions on the breast after breast augmentation is acceptable after 4 to 6 weeks depending on the degree of healing. Activity, such as chest exercises, are typically limited until the 6-week point. If the implants are in good position and healing is going well, the above mentioned activities should be OK. However, you will want to be cleared by the operating plastic surgeon.
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I would not do water rides. See some guidelines below:
Walking: Once the anesthesia has worn off, begin walking around the house periodically throughout the day. This will help minimize swelling and bruising and help with the healing process. You do not want to lay in bed for days and days without some mild activity.
Driving: You can usually drive a few days following surgery, if you feel comfortable doing so. Your chest may be sore and your arms may be limited in movement, so take this into conservation before you get behind the wheel of a car. You cannot be under the influence of pain medication or muscle relaxers when you drive.
Work: Most patients can return to work in a few days, unless their occupation requires particularly strenuous movements and lifting. In such a case, up to 6 weeks off may be required depending on the physical demands of your job. Some employers will modify a person’s job duties so they can get back sooner, but without physical activity. Our office can provide you with a note stating you are not to engage in strenuous activity for a specified period of time. The note will not disclose what procedure you underwent.
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Yes, you can, but check with your doctor also.
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That may be too soon, but the best way to know is by calling the surgeon's office who performed the surgery and ask. Have a great day!
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Thank you for your question. This will be best answered by your plastic surgeon as he/she knows what procedure was performed and how you are recovering.
Best wishes for an outcome you will be pleased with.
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Every doctor is different, but after 4 or 5 weeks, I allow my patients to do a full regimen of exercises. Still, I would suggest you check with your doctor.
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I would let my patients do that, but you must follow the instructions of your own surgeon.
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