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Is It Necessary to Sleep with Girdle 3 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck?

asked 4 months ago by smelly in northwest IN
Latest answer by Karol A. Gutowski, MD
Question viewed 134 times
Tags: 3 weeks post-op, compression garment, sleep

I am 3 weeks post tummy tuck. My girdle is extremely uncomfortable to sleep in. I take it off halfway through the night, but use the binder. Can this affect my results?

3 answers to Is It Necessary to Sleep with Girdle 3 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck?

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Girdle & Binder after Tummy Tuck

For most of my patients, I allow them to stop wearing the firm binder 2 weeks after surgery (unless they wish to wear it longer). I do recommend the GelZone abdominal wrap, which provides some support and scar treatment, starting 1-2 weeks after surgery. Check with your surgeon but in most cases, patients can stop wearing it by weeks.
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Binder

I believe compression is important and use it in all of these cases. Your surgeon will have specific instructions for you which you should follow
Michael Hueneke, MD

Nashville Plastic Surgeon
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Girdle after Tummy Tuck?

You will probably be just fine removing your girdle if it is “extremely uncomfortable” but always best to check with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes. see video
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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