When is it safe to go kayaking and hiking after abdominoplasty?

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I had an abdominoplasty with flank lipo and breast implant exchange 6 weeks ago. Is it safe to start kayaking, hiking and abdominal exercises? I feel great and healing well.

Michael C. Cheung, MD · Answer

Every surgeon has a different postoperative protocol.  It's best to speak to your surgeon because he/she may prescribe something different due to something specific in your case.
I usually tell patients that they can return to normal activity between 4-6 weeks.  I have them keep the binder on for at least 4 weeks. No heavy lifting for 4 weeks minimum. 
Usually at about 4 weeks, your body will tell you what you can and cannot tolerate.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Jlc0503,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
I recommend my patients to wait at least 6 weeks before resuming their workout rutine (cardio, lift, etc.), but every case is different, so I suggest you to follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)

Robert M. Kachenmeister, MD · Answer

Thanks for reaching out, and congrats on your recent procedure! I would suggest you get cleared by your surgeon. Follow his/hers postop protocols, they know your case best. Best of luck! Dr. Kachenmeister

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

but I'm not so you should always clear the resumption of activities with your surgeon since you will be going back to him/her if any complications arise from your increased activities.  Surgeons all have different protocols so you chose your surgeon and you should follow your surgeon's routines for returning to activities following your tummy tuck.

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