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Does Mini-abdominoplasty Increase Functional Strength?

asked 7 months ago by Julie_8 in Brookline, MA
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: female, after pregnancy, candidate, function

I am a 42 yo female - s/p twin pregnancy 8 years - 5"9 145 lbs. I am scheduled for a consult regarding a breast lift but considering adding on a mini abdominoplasty vs. Liposuction. I would expect a good cosmetic result from the procedure but I am wondering if it increases the strength on the Rectus or transversus muscles? I have done pilates for years and simply can't get the strength to do many of the core exercises. I modify exercises and keep trying but perhaps a repair is the way to go

4 answers to Does Mini-abdominoplasty Increase Functional Strength?

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Mini or full tummy tuck?

Thank you for the question. I am not aware of any studies that show that mini- abdominoplasty increases functional strength. Based on your description of your weight and exercise program I think you are in relatively good shape but few words of caution may be helpful... In my opinion, the mini tummy talk is an operation that produces very limited results and is very rarely indicated. It involves a shorter incision but does not address the majority of the... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Muscle stregnth after mini tummy tuck

First, if yo have had children you may be a better candidate for a full tummy tuck. I am not a big fan of mini tummy tucks because most patients require tightening of the muscles above and below the umbilicus and are usually also botherd by lose skin above the umbilicus. These are all best treated by a full tummy tuck. The muscles will not ber stronger or weaker after surgery.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Does Mini-abdominoplasty Increase Functional Strength?

As Dr Pousti states there are NO studies that show a mini TT increases abdominal strength. Thinking logically the operation has no effect upon the muscles so there will be no increase in strength.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Mini tuck does not increase functional strength

Mini tuck is generally a suoerficial procedure and, as such, would not increase core strength. However, if you do not require full abdominoplasty, it should be an adequate method for handling your issue. I generally will not combine a full abdominoplasty with breast surgery because the additional operative time carries a significantly higher risk of post op complications. I have seen patients regularly who do not require full abdominoplasty. The recovery time from the mini tuck as well... more
Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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