I am 13 days post op from having a tummy tuck and feeling pretty great. I am still swollen, however fitting into my pre op pants and can stand up straight. I would like to begin walking, as staying at home is driving me crazy! Will walking at this stage cause any harm or increase swelling?
Answer: Resuming Your Active Lifestyle Hi courtneydow, and congratulations on your recent tummy tuck! I'm glad to hear you're feeling well. Your pictures look great. By this point, you should be able to safely take short walks around your neighborhood or a park. Vigorous exercise raises your blood pressure and pulse, potentially exacerbating swelling and interfering with healing, so be sure to keep any activity light and easy. You should still be avoiding heavy lifting and any activities that require you to bend over. If you have any concerns about which activities are safe after your surgery, don't hesitate to call your surgeon. He or she is much more familiar with your individual case and can clear you for certain activities.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Resuming Your Active Lifestyle Hi courtneydow, and congratulations on your recent tummy tuck! I'm glad to hear you're feeling well. Your pictures look great. By this point, you should be able to safely take short walks around your neighborhood or a park. Vigorous exercise raises your blood pressure and pulse, potentially exacerbating swelling and interfering with healing, so be sure to keep any activity light and easy. You should still be avoiding heavy lifting and any activities that require you to bend over. If you have any concerns about which activities are safe after your surgery, don't hesitate to call your surgeon. He or she is much more familiar with your individual case and can clear you for certain activities.
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Answer: How soon can I do light cardio after Tummy Tuck if I feel like I'm healing quickly? Congratulations on your new look!Give your body time to heal!Though most surgeons encourage than patient to move around from the same day, it is better to stick to activities of daily life for a 3-4 weeks before you start pushing yourself. I typically Mobilise my patient on the same day, start walking & doing cardio by the end of- month.!
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Answer: How soon can I do light cardio after Tummy Tuck if I feel like I'm healing quickly? Congratulations on your new look!Give your body time to heal!Though most surgeons encourage than patient to move around from the same day, it is better to stick to activities of daily life for a 3-4 weeks before you start pushing yourself. I typically Mobilise my patient on the same day, start walking & doing cardio by the end of- month.!
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March 12, 2015
Answer: When can you walk after TT? Congratulations on undergoing your tummy tuck! At 2 weeks, I tell my patients they should be able to engage in normal, routine activities like walking outside or light housework. I advise my patients not to engage in any heavy lifting or any cardio/core exercises for a good 6 weeks. Remember that the more active you are, the more you will swell. Make sure you continue wearing your compression garment. Also, best to check with your operating surgeon since every surgeon's post op protocol is slightly different with re: to activity level. Best wishes for a great result!
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Answer: When can you walk after TT? Congratulations on undergoing your tummy tuck! At 2 weeks, I tell my patients they should be able to engage in normal, routine activities like walking outside or light housework. I advise my patients not to engage in any heavy lifting or any cardio/core exercises for a good 6 weeks. Remember that the more active you are, the more you will swell. Make sure you continue wearing your compression garment. Also, best to check with your operating surgeon since every surgeon's post op protocol is slightly different with re: to activity level. Best wishes for a great result!
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March 11, 2015
Answer: How soon can I do light cardio after Tummy Tuck if I feel like I'm healing quickly? Congratulations on having undergone the tummy talk procedure; based on photographs, I think that your plastic surgeon has done a very nice job for you. It is commendable that you wish to return to exercise as soon as possible after surgery. Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to determining the return to specific activities after the specific procedures performed. Remember, that he/she is ultimately responsible for your care. Having said that, I ask my tummy tuck patients to start walking ASAP after surgery but refrain from any heavy-lifting or strenuous exercise for 6-8 weeks to prevent complications/swelling and ensure proper healing. It may be 4-6 months before you reach your full energy and strength levels. Best to “go slow” and listen to your body as you gradually increase or activity level. Best wishes.
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Answer: How soon can I do light cardio after Tummy Tuck if I feel like I'm healing quickly? Congratulations on having undergone the tummy talk procedure; based on photographs, I think that your plastic surgeon has done a very nice job for you. It is commendable that you wish to return to exercise as soon as possible after surgery. Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to determining the return to specific activities after the specific procedures performed. Remember, that he/she is ultimately responsible for your care. Having said that, I ask my tummy tuck patients to start walking ASAP after surgery but refrain from any heavy-lifting or strenuous exercise for 6-8 weeks to prevent complications/swelling and ensure proper healing. It may be 4-6 months before you reach your full energy and strength levels. Best to “go slow” and listen to your body as you gradually increase or activity level. Best wishes.
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March 13, 2015
Answer: Post tummy tuck This is definitely a question I would ask your plastic surgeon as everyone has different post-op instructions. How you heal in the first several weeks can also impact the decisions. Good luck, Dean Vistnes.
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Answer: Post tummy tuck This is definitely a question I would ask your plastic surgeon as everyone has different post-op instructions. How you heal in the first several weeks can also impact the decisions. Good luck, Dean Vistnes.
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