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9 Weeks After a Tummy Tuck & Breast Reduction - Can I Go to Disney World?

asked 1 year ago by kdcpharmd in Chicago, IL
Latest answer by Ricardo A. Meade, MD
Question viewed 504 times
Tags: amusement park, healing

My plastic surgeon cannot get me in for the surgery until the end of February. We have a trip with the family planned for Disney World 9 weeks after my tummy tuck and breast reduction. Is that enough recovery time before a Disney Trip?

16 answers to 9 Weeks After a Tummy Tuck & Breast Reduction - Can I Go to Disney World?

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Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction Recovery

If you have an uncomplicated recovery from tummy tuck and breast reduction you should be OK for travel and vigorous activity at 6 weeks after surgery. The 9 weeks you are allowing should give you enough time to recover and enjoy your trip.
Mark Preston, MD

Columbus Plastic Surgeon
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9 weeks recovery after a mommie makeover

9 weeks is plenty for a tummy tuck and reduction surgery.  Once in Disneyland you'll be ambulatory and quite functional in terms of sitting in rides and the such.  Remember that you've had the surgery recently because you don't want to push things too hard.  If something feels wrong, you should slow it down and progressively return.  The key word is progressive.
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.DoctorMeade.com

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Travelling 9 weeks post-op breast reduction & tummy tuck

Yes, given an uncomplicated recovery, you should be in reasonable shape to come here to Orlando and enjoy Walt Disney World at 9 weeks post-op.  I'd stay off the roller coasters, though.   Best wishes,
Thomas Fiala, MD

Altamonte Springs Plastic Surgeon
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After a tummy tuck, when can I go to Disney World?

A tummy tuck is a safe and effective procedure to contour the abdomen, create a tight waist, and remove extra skin, fat, and stretch marks. After this procedure, patients should expect a significant recovery process. The recovery process can vary between patients depending on how quickly they heal, the level of swelling that they have, the components of the tummy tuck they received, and through the use of compression garments. In our typical patient, we inform them that they can return... more
B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

www.miamiaesthetic.com

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Exercise and activity after tummy tuck and breast reduction

If you have experienced uncomplicated wound healing it is quite likely that you coul travel to Disneyland at nine weeks. However, I would be concerned that you should stay away from some of the wide rides.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Disney after 9 weeks

In general, I usually clear my patients to do most everything by about 6-8 weeks after surgery provided that they had no problems after surgey. Just check with your doctor.  Say Hello to Mickey for me!
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck and breast reduction recovery

In a word...Yes you will be able to go to Disney World. I tell my patients they can get back to cardiovascular fitness at 2 weeks after tummy tuck and breast reduction, at 4 weeks they can lift weights, everything but sit-ups and abdominal crunches.  At 6 weeks they can do full abdominal exercises.  I hope this helps and enjoy your trip! Sincerely, James F. Boynton, M.D., F.A.C.S.
James F. Boynton, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.BoyntonPlasticSurgery.com

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Recovery after tummy tuck and breast reduction

Since most healing is achieved within 4 to 6 weeks, you should be OK to enjoy yourself at Disney World. You may have a few aches but it won't affect your results.
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Recovery after Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction

In general 9 weeks should be sufficient time to recover after these combined procedures to travel on vacation. Of course any unexpected complications might delay your recovery and impact your travel plans.
Leo Keegan, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Travel

If you are of good health and surgical risk, I would expect you to be able to travel. Expect there to be some numbness over your abdominal wall and perhaps to the breast skin as well. To improve your chances, I would be very strict in following your surgeon's advice.
Timothy Fee, MD

Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

www.coastalcosmetic.com

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Traveling Post Mommy Makeover

It is safe to travel to Disney as long as you recover  well from surgery without complications.    After 6 weeks, I clear patient's to resume normal activity without restriction.   It is important to understand that complications can ocassionally occur.  If so, it would be important to delay your trip to recover properly.     Wound infection or breakdown are the most common late complications that may delay your care.     You should... more
Paul S. Gill, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Recovery after Mommy Makoever

I generally recommend no heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks after surgery.   After six weeks, I clear patients to resume activity as tolerated.  If you are 9 weeks after your surgery, have fun in Disney.  But alway get the recommendations from your plastic surgeon - every technique is unique and every surgeon has his/her preferences. 
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.basuplasticsurgery.com

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Going to Disney World

I believe that 9 weeks should be ample time to recuperate, Make sure you follow all instructions and do not try to do too much early on as you may delay your recuperation. Have fun!
Francisco Canales, MD

Santa Rosa Plastic Surgeon
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Travel after tummy tuck

Yes, 9 weeks after a tummy tuck and breast reduction should be enough time for you to travel to Disney.  
Allan J. Parungao, MD

Oak Brook Plastic Surgeon
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Travel after surgery

9 weeks should be enough time to allow for travel and unlimited activities.  I say should because it assumes normal procedure and recovery.  If you have a complication, all bets may be off.   Good luck
Scott E. Kasden, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Recovery after Tummy Tuck with Breast Reduction

Barring any unforeseen problems, nine weeks should be a more than adequate period of time to recover from your tummy tuck and breast reduction before a vacation to Disney World.  I usually place no restrictions on my patients after six weeks or so except for sit-ups and crunches.
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon

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