You can expect your post-operative instructions for breast implant exchange to be similar to your previous breast augmentation. You'll be advised to begin walking as soon as you can after surgery, even the same day, but only short distances. For the first five to seven days after surgery, you'll need to follow your prescribed activity restrictions, such as avoiding strenuous activity and lifting objects that weigh more than 10 pounds. You must also refrain from pushing and pulling heavier objects, and may be advised to avoid reaching overhead. It's important to move relatively slowly after your breast implant exchange. This gives you time to notice pain and other sensations that alert you to stop or reposition yourself.
Your surgeon will clear you for increased physical activity as your healing progresses. You may start increasing your intensity or duration of activity two to three weeks after surgery and be fully back to your normal level of activity after six to eight weeks.