16 days ago I had a TT, BL on right side, BA, & LIPO. When can I start to sleep on my sides or back? My back is killing me at this point from sleeping reclined.
Answer: Sleep In Flexed Position It’s important for abdominoplasty patients to keep their abdomen flexed for one to two weeks following surgery.This avoids tension on the wound closure and minimizes the potential for wound breakdown and spread of the scar.When this procedure is performed in combination with breast augmentation, sleeping on the back also minimizes the potential for breast implants to shift.We therefore recommend that patients sit and sleep in a recliner chair with their knees and hips flexed following abdominoplasty.Sleeping on the back is difficult for some patients and they often move to their side without knowing it.For these reasons, we recommend that patients sleep in a recliner following breast augmentation as well.No two patients are the same and for this reason it’s important to individualize post-operative care.If you’re concerned about this issue, it’s important to discuss post-operative care with your surgeon.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Sleep In Flexed Position It’s important for abdominoplasty patients to keep their abdomen flexed for one to two weeks following surgery.This avoids tension on the wound closure and minimizes the potential for wound breakdown and spread of the scar.When this procedure is performed in combination with breast augmentation, sleeping on the back also minimizes the potential for breast implants to shift.We therefore recommend that patients sit and sleep in a recliner chair with their knees and hips flexed following abdominoplasty.Sleeping on the back is difficult for some patients and they often move to their side without knowing it.For these reasons, we recommend that patients sleep in a recliner following breast augmentation as well.No two patients are the same and for this reason it’s important to individualize post-operative care.If you’re concerned about this issue, it’s important to discuss post-operative care with your surgeon.
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Answer: Sleeping on your side
At 16 days post -op, you should be able to lay flat on your back. This may be a little more comfortable for you versus sleeping at an incline. It is not recommended to sleep on your side during the first six weeks because you run the risk of turning while you are asleep and this can be a big problem. The breast incision can open up and lead to an infection or bleeding. I would ask your doctor before doing this. At 6 weeks post op, in most cases, your skin strength is back to 100% and you can sleep how ever you like.
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Answer: Sleeping on your side
At 16 days post -op, you should be able to lay flat on your back. This may be a little more comfortable for you versus sleeping at an incline. It is not recommended to sleep on your side during the first six weeks because you run the risk of turning while you are asleep and this can be a big problem. The breast incision can open up and lead to an infection or bleeding. I would ask your doctor before doing this. At 6 weeks post op, in most cases, your skin strength is back to 100% and you can sleep how ever you like.
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Recovery following breast augmentation/ abdominoplasty
At 16 days following the procedure, most sleeping positions are safe. Initially following breast augmentation, most surgeons prefer patients sleep on their back with their head elevated. This facilitates healing and reduces swelling. At 16 days, there is very little risk of wound dehicense (wound opening). But every surgeon is different. My advice would be sleep how you're comfortable. But, of course, check with your doc. Good luck!
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Answer: Recovery following breast augmentation/ abdominoplasty
At 16 days following the procedure, most sleeping positions are safe. Initially following breast augmentation, most surgeons prefer patients sleep on their back with their head elevated. This facilitates healing and reduces swelling. At 16 days, there is very little risk of wound dehicense (wound opening). But every surgeon is different. My advice would be sleep how you're comfortable. But, of course, check with your doc. Good luck!
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June 19, 2017
Answer: Sleeping position
Though I would first ask your physicians office for their recommendation, we allow our patients to sleep on their sides as soon as they are comforatable.
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June 19, 2017
Answer: Sleeping position
Though I would first ask your physicians office for their recommendation, we allow our patients to sleep on their sides as soon as they are comforatable.
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Side sleeping after tummy tuck We like side sleeping the best after tummy tuck and breast augmentation. Curling up with a pillow over your chest will feel the most comfortable and relieve pressure from your back. I don't think anyone really sleeps sitting up in a recliner. If you are snug in a bra and binder you should be safe on your side. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Side sleeping after tummy tuck We like side sleeping the best after tummy tuck and breast augmentation. Curling up with a pillow over your chest will feel the most comfortable and relieve pressure from your back. I don't think anyone really sleeps sitting up in a recliner. If you are snug in a bra and binder you should be safe on your side. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
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