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Any Advice Related to Sleeping Positions After a Tummy Tuck?

asked 1 year ago by judith0873 in temecula california
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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My PS said that I would be walking bent over for about a week and I am just concerned about how I should lay or not lay? Should I try a recliner or sleep in bed with knees to chest?

3 answers to Any Advice Related to Sleeping Positions After a Tummy Tuck?

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Sleeping is generally supine with knees bent after tummy tuck

I prefer a recliner with a lever that makes it easy to get from the sitting and laying position up to the standing position. Sleeping is generally supine with knees bent
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Sleeping after abdominoplasty

I advise my patients to sleep in a recliner/Lazy Boy for the first week or so.  This is easier on the patient. The patient can transition to their bed as their comfort level and posture improves. Dr. ES
Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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