Tummy Tuck: Q&A
Ask a Question
Is Massage After Tummy Tuck Okay?
Is it possible to massage the tummy after surgery? By a professional? aka my daughter..hehehe.
Tags:
7 Doctor Answers |
Asked by
Dreemer
in Ft.Lauderdale, Florida
+1
Massage is okay after 3-4 weeks.
Massage of the abdomen following tummy tuck is okay once approved by your surgeon. Early on, you want the abdominal skin/fat to adhere to the abdominal wall, so shearing forces (ie massage) can lead to seromas or fluid collections. However, once the scarring has set in, massage should be okay. This initial wait is about 3-4 weeks.
+1
Massage post tummy tuck
It depends on when you want to massage if you are 3 weeks or more post op and want to get a massage I think that is fine.
+1
Massage after surgery
While massage may not be comfortable for the first few days to week after surgery, I always encourage it in my patients. Massage can help increase blood flow and lymphatic drainage.
Good Luck with your recovery.
You might also like...
Real Stories
Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss - Burlington, ON
I am 5 days post op from a tummy tuck. I lost over 60 lbs and could not get rid of my belly...
+1
Massage after tummy tuck?
The most important determining factor when deciding to begin massage will be you! Most plastic surgeon will allow you to begin massage within 3-4 weeks after your surgery, but you still may note soreness with pressure that might have you wait a while longer. Sooner than 3 weeks after surgery, you would need to discuss it with your surgeon.
+1
Massage after Tummy Tuck
Light massage can be beneficial after a tummy tuck, especially when your therapist is experienced with lymphatic drainage.
Let discomfort be your guide.
+1
Massage After Tummy Tuck- Focus on Lymphatic Massage
Massage around your tummy tuck to improve lymphatic drainage may help you. You can direct your massesue/ daughter to focus on the areas that will help in those areas.
Direct massage to your tummy tuck area may also help to reduce swelling, but will probably hurt a lot, especially right after your procedure. I would recommend doing this under the direction of your plastic surgeon, and only if you have a very high pain tolerance level.
Best of luck to...
more
+1
Massage after tummy tuck
I usually have my patients start gentle massage about 3 weeks post tummy tuck. By this time it is unlikely that the wounds would be disturbed or that bleeding would be a problem. Discuss this with your surgeon to ensure that your situation has no contraindications. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.
Comments (0)