Accidental sit up after tummy tuck -- could I have torn my sutures?

Question

I am 3 weeks post tummy tuck and in bed I usually turn to the side to get up. Today I almost fell all the way back and by natural reaction and (not thinking)I got up and did a full on sit up and felt my abdomen flex. I tried to support myself and somehow did another sit up and my abdomen flexed even more. Besides pain control and rest, is there anything else I should do?is it possible I tore any sutures internally? Thank you.

Robert H. Hunsaker, MD · Answer

If your contour is still the same, it is unlikely you tore anything. Be sure to mention this to your surgeon. They will be able to answer that definitively by examining you.

Christine Sullivan, MD (retired) · Answer

It's always important to contact your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with any questions and concerns. You surgeon will want to address this with you personally and be a part of your follow-up care. Bets wishes!

William A. Terranova, MD (retired) · Answer

If you did not experience severe, tearing pain, then you are probably OK.  But it is best to be checked out by your surgeon.  In the meantime continue/resume wearing your binder/support garment to help with pain and provide support.  Best of luck.

Accidental sit up after tummy tuck -- could I have torn my sutures?

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