Walking 2 Weeks Post Op After Tummy Tuck?

August 23, 2012
Asked By:BBGalini in Midwest

Before surgery I was brisk walking 2 miles. I am feeling good 2 weeks post op. Only taking Advil maybe once a day for mainly mild discomfort. Is it ok to take a normal walk for one mile around my neighborhood with my chihuahua. Not by any means brisk but normal walk. Would this possibly increase swelling?

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August 17, 2021

Answer: This is what I tell my patients about walking 1 mile 2 weeks after tummy tuck.

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August 17, 2021

Answer: This is what I tell my patients about walking 1 mile 2 weeks after tummy tuck.

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Answer: Walking 2 Weeks After a Tummy Tuck

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August 25, 2012

Answer: Walking a mile 1 week after a tummy tuck

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August 25, 2012

Answer: Walking a mile 1 week after a tummy tuck

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June 20, 2015

Answer: Go ahead and walk

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June 20, 2015

Answer: Go ahead and walk

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