Can I Begin Light Jogging at 5 1/2 Weeks Post-Abdominoplasty?

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Latest answer by Peter A. Aldea, MD
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Tags: 6 weeks post-op, exercise, jogging, running

My recovery has gone smoothly. I had some post-anesthesia nausea and some coughing due to a cold in first week following recovery. I have about 1 pop sound at 4 weeks, but no obvious damage. In most respects, I feel really great and would like to start increasing activity.

9 answers to Can I Begin Light Jogging at 5 1/2 Weeks Post-Abdominoplasty?

Exercise and Tummy Tuck

Most Plastic surgeons release their Tummy Tuck patiens to go back to excercise 4-6 weeks after the operation. Check with your surgeon.

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Can Jogging be started after 51/2 weeks following a TT?

Exercise should be started slowly and gradually following a TT. After about 6 weeks I usually allow my patients to start slow joggingfor short distances gradually increasing the distances over the ensuing weeks. But you should always follow your surgeon's regimen.

George Lefkovits, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Jogging after tummy tuck

At five to six weeks after you can begin light jogging, though you might find that you fatigue rapidly or might begin to feel tender. It is often better to start with a lower implact activity such as a recumbent bike where there is less jarring and abdominal tension. The treadmill is best as you start out as this gives you the most control over your workout, and avoid abdominal stress after muscle repair six to eight weeks. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd.com

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Can I Begin Light Jogging at 5 1/2 Weeks Post-Abdominoplasty?Answer:

Always check with your doctor but for my patients, I have them not doing much for 6 weeks. It is not uncommon to pop one or two sutures as long as its not the whole row!!! But you sound fine, and I think you are getting very close to the time when you can increase your activity slowly...

John J. Corey, MD
Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

Can You Jog At 5 1/2 Weeks After Abdominoplasty

We evaluate each patient on a case by case basis, but as a general rule of thumb, I would allow most patients to begin jogging at this point of their recovery. However, always ask your surgeon before you begin strenuous activity.

Douglas L. Gervais, MD
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

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6 weeks limited activity after tummytuck

I generally restrict vigorous activity for 6 weeks after abdominoplasty. you should check with your surgeon for their instructions in this regard..

Bruce K. Barach, MD
Schenectady Plastic Surgeon

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Increasing activity after abdominoplasty

Glad to hear that you're feeling good - that's a great sign of progress. Check with your surgeon first, since he or she knows you and your abdomen the best. But when my patients start feeling better and wanting to do more, I generally tell them that their body will guide them as to how much they can do. Walking immediately postop is encouraged, and as long as everything has gone smoothly, I let my abdominoplasty patients gradually resume their regular... more

Angeline Lim, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

Activity

Each surgeon has different recommendations for their patients. For my patients light jogging at this point is permitted. You need to speak with your surgeon

Michael Hueneke, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon

Activity after Tummy Tuck?

Thank you for the question. Out of respect for your plastic surgeon ( and since he/she is ultimately responsible for your outcome) I would suggest you run ( no pun intended) your activity related question by him/her. Since you are doing very well will probably be given the okay to gradually increase your activity level. Best wishes. see video