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Is It Safe to Take a Road Trip 24 Days After a Tummy Tuck? My Surgeon Said Yes. 2nd Opinion Please.
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MakeUpMommy
in The City of Winds
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Always listen to the surgeon who did your operation
Hi there-
Assuming that you chose your surgeon carefully and for the right reasons, they are the ones most qualified to answer your question based on their higher understanding of the details involved in your operation and what has been successful for them in the past, as well as the higher understanding of your recovery so far.
Those of us on this site could only guess at these important variables, and thus our advice would be less accurate at best.
If your surgeon believes its...
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Road trip 3 weeks after tummy tuck?
It's unclear from your question if you have already had your surgery, but assuming you have, you know how your own personal recovery is coming, at least compared to other patients your surgeon may have cared for. Ask his or her nursing staff. Let's assume your drain(s) are out and things are healing well. I'm sure your surgeon has outlined various restrictions for you such as avoiding strenuous activities, lifting, and certainly nothing like sit-ups, crunches, jogging,...
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Road trip rules
A lot of people like to travel to show of their hot new bodies, so go ahead! Just remember your still not supposed to sit for long periods of time. So make sure you go for a nice walk every stop. Also increase the frequency of your stops. Enjoy the trip!!
Good luck, and thanks for the question.
Sincerely,
Anire Okpaku MD
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Road trip after tummy tuck
So long as your plastic surgeon approves of the trip, it should be fine. It is important to make frequent rest stops and walk around. Happy travels!
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Traveling after surgery
Barring any complications from your surgery, a road trip 24 days after a tummy tuck should be fine. Make sure to take frequent breaks and watch your hydration status. Good luck.
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Road trip 24 days after tummy tuck
You should be fine with a road trip. Take frequent breaks to walk to get that blood circulating. But I would concur with your surgeon. Continue wearing your compression garments. Safe travels.
Dr. Basu
Houston, TX
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