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How Long Do I Have to Be out of Work After Tummy Tuck?

I'm hearing so many different numbers being tossed around for Tummy Tuck recovery. I know this is an approximation as everybody is different. I am 5'8 148 lbs. I am in excellent physical condition and exercise often. Roughly how many days will I be bedridden and/or out on sick leave after this procedure?

Asked 30 months ago by scared2death in new york, ny

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Tummy Tuck Recovery

Time off work following a TT obviously depends on the type of work performed. Patients who do sedentary work can possibly return to work in 1-2 weeks, while patients whose work involves heavy lifting may require 6--8 weeks off. This is a matter youshould discuss with your surgeon.

John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS ASPS

Tummy Tuck Recovery

We have our tummy tuck patients up the day of surgery walking around. We want you to be careful with not damaging the muscle repair so we ask that you not do any aerobic exercise and lifting of heavy objects or weights for at least 4-6 weeks. All tummy tucks come see me for follow-up at 6 days post-op and many are driving themselves and are ready to return to work. The normal range of days to take off work is 6-10 days depending on how much skin removal was performed and the amount of... more