Post Breast Surgery Exercise Guide Is there a need to exercise after breast surgery? Simple shoulder range of motion exercises after surgery:
promote tissue healing
reduce swelling and tightness
prevent
lymphoedema and frozen shoulder
When do I start exercising? You can begin simple shoulder exercises immediately after your surgery. However, you may find it hard to exercise initially. While doing your exercises, respect your pain and do not overdo them. Do your exercises three times a day. You should be able to regain flexibility of your shoulder by 2-4 weeks post-surgery. When in doubt about your progress and condition, please do not hesitate to consult your physiotherapist.