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I'm a Nail Tech, when Can I Go Back to Work After Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation?

I am a full time nail tech, I was wondering when is the earliest I can go back to work and should I avoid doin pedicures until 2 weeks or 6 weeks post op?

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19 Doctor Answers | Asked by asian_mama in Cleveland, Ohio

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Listen to your body

Patients certainly vary as to their recovery process. Most plastic surgeons will provide guidelines for return to work, although this depends significantly on the patient's activity levels and the individual's pain tolerance. One to two weeks is probably average for thesse recommendations. I tell my patients that the rate limiting factor will not be the pain as much as it will be how tired they feel. I am hardly worried about popping sutures because pain will... more

When can I get back to work as a nail technician following a Mommy makeover involving a TT and BA?

Most patients can return to non-strenuous work following a TT and BA after 1-2 weeks. If you feel pretty well after that period you should be able to resume your nail treatments. But if you have soreness in your abdomen when you bend over doing pedicures then you should hold back another 1-2 weeks, Good luck!

Mommy Makeover and Return to Work

Return to nonstrenuous work activities can probably begin at 1 to 2 weeks, depending upon the nature of the surgery and the pain tolerance of the individual. No strenuous activity should be performed for at least 4 to 6 weeks. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Returning to work after mommy makeover

Recovery after these procedures can vary greatly. On average most patients can return to work after approximately two weeks, but you will still need to avoid heavy lifting. You may find that you tire more easily than prior to surgery as your body is concentrating on healing. The best thing to do is listen to your body and act accordingly. Good luck!

Mennen T. Gallas, MD

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Houston Plastic Surgeon

How much time should I take off of work after a Mommy Makeover procedure?

Great question! The answer to this really depends on how active you are at work and how much potential lifting you may be doing. If you are working at a desk and not doing much lifting, you're probably fine to return to work in about 1.5-2 weeks but you really need to listen to your body. For the most part, my patients are generally back to relatively normal activities within 2 weeks but everyone is a little different. Going back too quickly... more

Mommy Makeover Recovery

It is very common for mommy makeovers to include both breast and tummy procedures. After surgery, your pain should be well managed with 1-2 oral pain pills every 4-6 hours if needed. All my mommy makeover patients are ambulating a few hours after surgery (of course walking flexed at their waist given the tummy tuck). Most surgeons will likely recommend no heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 5-6 weeks. Most of my mommy makeover patients are comfortable... more

Time Off After Tummy Tuck

Thank you for your question. This is an important part of your overall healing and outcome. If you try to do too much too soon you may have complications. In general, at least 2 weeks minimum should be taken off before returning back to work. If you are not responsible for lifting anything heavy at work than it should be okay for you being a nail tech. However, expect to feel tired mid-way through your day. Starting back 1/2 days sometimes helps ease... more

Tummy Tuck

Going back to any work after surgery is an important consideration. Remembe that you have gone through alot to have nice results and your body needs time to heal and you need time to recover. After a tummy tuck and augmentation combined I think you need 2 weeks of no work and taking it easy. Let your wounds get on the way to uncomplicated healing. Week 3 start back to work with a lighter schedule, no lifting and light duty use of your arms, eg. typing or manicures... more

Return to work after mommy makeover

Hi, Great question. Everyone heals at different rates. Assuming you are healthy, non diabetic and a non smoker, i would agree with most of the posts here: 2 weeks is a MINIMUM time to return to nails. A nail tech does some physical work as well as sitting type work. I think you will find that even at two weeks, you are tired and exhausted after a full day of work. If you MUST return to work at two weeks, try to avoid the more strenuous duties and stick with the lighter work. Also,... more

Back to Work

Every persons job is different and different requirements of lifting, standing, sitting, and bending. A nail tech usually sits for a prolonged period of time. I would tell you to give it about 10-14 days depending on the extent of you surgery. It is very important that you do get up and walk around between cleints to help your circulation. Doing pedicures requires bending and leaning over and you may not be comfortable doing this for 21 days. Again, this depends... more

Recovery after a Mommy Makeover

A mommy makeover typically involves a tummy tuck and breast augmentation with or without a breast lift. The breast part is the easiest to recover from. The tummy tuck is what requires the longest recovery. Typically 2 weeks are required until patients really start getting their energy back. At that time they can drive a car and resume normal day to day activities. Patients who have a desk job can often get back to half days at that time. A full day a work... more

Two weeks would be recommended

Hello, Thank you for the question. I would recommend two weeks for full time off at a minimum. I suspect that you will be able to do manicures at that time but pedicures might be better left for the 4-6 week range. You will likely be wearing an abdominal binder for about 4 weeks or so. All the best, Dr Remus Repta

Return to work after tummy tuck

In general, I allow my patients to return to work 10-14 days after a tummy tuck and breast enhancement. I ask that they not perform heavy lifting or strennuous activity for 4 weeks. In your case, I would not recommend bending down, for prolonged periods of time, for 4 weeks after surgery. Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Return to nonstrenuous work can be as short as 10 days after a mommy makeover

Thank you for your question. Returning to work after a mommy makeover is generally shorter for patients who do not perform strenuous activity at work. The concern is that heavy lifting or straining could tear the sutures in the muscle repair of the tummy tuck. Obviously you would want to be off of all pain medications when you start driving and going to work. One thing that can be done to reduce your pain and speed your recovery is to inject a combination of short and long acting local... more

Returned to Work after Mommy Makeover?

Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to returning to specific activities. Remember, that your plastic surgeon knows exactly what was done, how you are progressing ( with or without complications), knows more precisely what you are planning on doing when it comes to activities, and is ultimately responsible for your care. Receiving advice online in this regard may be confusing or worse. Best wishes.

When can you expect to return to work following a breast augmentation and an abdominoplasty

It will certainly vary from person to person when you can get back to work and your normal activities. In general, you can expect to need to take pain medications for the first week. Drains will be needed for the first week to 10 days. If everything heals well you should be able to get back to most of your work related duties in 10 days to 2 weeks.

Tummy tuck and augmentation mammoplasty, when reyurn to work?

For a person, who does relatively light work mosty in sitting position, you can return to work about ten days after your tummy tuck and augmentation mammopolsty. Be carefule not to do any pulling, pushing and lifting. You should stop any type of physical activities if you start to experience any discomfort in your chest or abdomen.

When Can I Go Back to Work After Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation?

For "light work" 10 to 14 days works for most patients. For heavy work 4 to 6 weeks. I would not think about pedicures if you need to bend for 6 weeks. If the legs can be at the same level as hands, earlier may work. Best wishes for your upcoming procedure and recovery;.

Back to work after tummy tuck and breast augmentation

Thank you for asking about your tummy tuck and breast enlargement recovery. I suggest 2 weeks before work, 4- 6 weeks before pedicures because 1. After 2 weeks, local wound infections are still possible. 2. At two weeks, bending after the tummy tuck to do pedicures will hurt. 3. Tummy tucks combined with breast enlargement leave you very tired. Energy won't come back for 4-6 weeks. See if your plastic surgeon agrees. Hope this helps!