Can I Sleep on my Side After a Tummy Tuck?

I had a full tummy tuck and breast augmentation with a breast lift ten days ago and my drains have been removed. However, it is very uncomfortable to sleep on my back every night and would like to know if I can sleep on my side. Thank you.

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Sleeping After Mommy Makeover

Hello. You should consult your doctor, but you should be able to start sleeping on your side at ten days. Jaime Perez, MD Mommy Makeover Specialist Plastic Surgery Center of Tampa

Sleeping on Side after surgery

Consult with your Plastic Surgeon for his instructions. I see no reason why you cannot sleep on your side. Be sure to cushion yourself with pillows for the most comfort. Always wear your binder until your surgeon tells you otherwise.

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How Soon After A Mommy Makeover Can I Sleep On My Side?

Each plastic surgeon has his or her own rules for when Mommy Makeover patients can sleep on their sides. The obvious answer to your question is to check with your plastic surgeon and follow his or her instructions to the "T". The warm weather in Honolulu must make it easy for patients to sleep on their sides easier than in colder climates. My tummy tuck patients wear a girdle with Reston foam inside on their abdomen for 2 weeks. My breast lift patients wear a vest... more

Sleeping on your Side after Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Thank you for your question. This is a very common question from patients. Lots of patients suffer from back pain due to the fact that they are sleeping on their backs. Generally, I would say that sleeping on your side (in the fetal position) is fine and will probably help the back pain but I would ask that you ask your surgeon and follow his/her instructions regarding sleeping on your side. Best wishes.

Sleeping on Side After Tummy Tuck

You should check in with your surgeon. That bein said it's probably alright to begin to at least angle yourself partially onto your side.

10 days postop

I'd recommend you still lie on your back. You don't want to place added pressure on your breast accidentally while lying on your side. This could definitely affect your healing and result. But, you need to talk to your PS to get his input. I'm sure you'll love your results! Best of luck! Dr. Basu

Sleeping position after mommy makeover

I recommend you lie on your back in the recliner or lawn chair position to not put any tension on your tummy incision. If you are ten days after surgery, your surgeon may clear you to sleep on your side. But I'd still tell you to keep your waist flexed. Please talk to your PS about his/her specific recommendations Dr. Kim

Sleeping on side after Tummy Tuck

I would consult with your primary surgeon first. I would encourage you to sleep with a your binder on snug and knees bent. I think sleeping on your side is fine as long as you cushion your torso well with pillows. I hope this helps!! Dr. Gill

Sleeping on your side after Tummy tuck and breast lift and augmentation

If you maintain no pressure on any of the incisions or place them under any undue tension, then sleeping on your side after the surgeries that you underwent is probably fine. I must stress, though, that you should absolutely address this question to the operating surgeon. He/she is the ultimate guide in your postoperative recovery period. Good luck and fare well.

Side Sleeping after a Tummy Tuck

In most cases it should be safe to sleep on ones side 10 days after a tummy tuck. However, check with your surgeon to see if this would be appropriate in your case. Best wishes.

Post operative care

I think you should direct all questions regarding preoperative and post operative care to the surgeon who did the surgery and follow their instruction fully.

Sleep on your side after tummy tuck

We think sleeping on your side is fine after tummy tuck and breast implants. You should be able to get your knees up a bit and take pressure off the abdomen.