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If you have an office job, you will probably be ready to return to work after two weeks. That being said, there are many variables that could affect this, so you need to seek out the recommendation of your operating surgeon. In addition, you should wait until your drains are removed. The variables include how much if any muscle tightening was performed and how much tissue was removed. As for physical activity, I typically tell my tummy tuck patients that they can resume some light exercise such as brisk walking after two weeks. It usually at least 6 weeks before they can resume strenuous fitness such as running. Again, it is best to ask your surgeon.
Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck procedure, I recommended that they take 10 to 14 days off of work, three weeks off of cardio at the gym, and six weeks off of weight training and yoga exercises. I hope this helps!
Thank you very much for your question and congratulationson your upcoming tummy tuck. The initial recovery from an abdominoplasty willtake about two weeks, during which time you can expect to be sore, swollen, andtired. Depending on your individual recovery, you will probably feelcomfortable enough to return to an office job after two weeks. However,everyone heals at a different rate and you may need additional time to rest andrecover. I recommend speaking candidly with your operating surgeon about whenhe/she advises that you return to work. Carefully follow your physician’sinstructions to ensure a safe recovery and satisfying results
Most can return to an office job after 2 weeks. Other physical activity is typically resumed at 6-8 weeks depending on how you are healing. Your surgeon will be the best to guide you in the timeline. All the best!Dr. BlaggAustin, TX
This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best, for my patients I tell them they will probably be able to return to work (desk jobs) in 10 to 14 days, and return to formal exercise in about 6 weeks. Good luck!
I usually advice patients for two weeks or at least until the drains are out and you feel that you have been cleared by your board certified surgeon to go back to work.Clearly you need time for the muscles to heal together and this takes a minimum of six weeks. There is great variation in the opinions of when it is best for you to resume exercise and so I would defer to your operating surgeon who will have the best knowledge of your anatomy (i.e., how far apart) and repair (i.e., how tight?) after surgery. However, the correct exercise if done properly can not only reinforce but enhance the repair as well. Please ask your surgeon for guidance. However, I highly recommend core strengthening exercises as advocated by Pilates and Yoga instructors; NOT the crunches as advised by body builders.
If you are undergoing a full tummy tuck (muscle and skin repair), you may be ready to return to work at two, and you may not. Each patient's recovery is different. You should not return to work while drains are in place. Drains are sometimes left in for up to three weeks, depending on your fluid output. Exercise is typically resumed gradually after six weeks. Your surgeon should go over specific details at a pre-op visit prior to your surgery, and give verbal and written instructions.
Every surgeon has their own recovery protocol so it is best to ask him/her what their specifications are and recovery time is highly dependent on the patient and the extent of the tummy tuck surgery. With that said, most patients should be able to return to work (if a desk job) about 5-7 days after the surgery and resume most activities after 5-7 weeks. A week after the surgery, a patient may start resume light exercise, but heavy lifting of weight more than 15lbs, sit-ups, and crunches, should not resume until 8 weeks after the surgery. Good luck!
Dear soto3,Recovery time after tummy tuck is approximately 2 weeks. Vigorous activities should be limited for at least six weeks. If you have any concerns, I would suggest you to discuss them with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
Hello and thank you for yourquestion. I recommend returning to work in two weeks. You may also resume light exercise at that time, with full exercise at 4 weeks. If you are an appropriate candidate for a tummy tuck, this can be donethrough a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to looknatural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically lookat before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgeryperformed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most importantaspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seekconsultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluateyou in person.Best wishes and good luck.Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACSHarvard-trained plastic surgeon
Hi. It is remarkably common for patients to have this sensation and concern after a tummy tuck. It is highly unusual for it to herald a significant complication. That said, I'm sure you will be seeing your surgeon again and when you do, you can draw their attention to it. Most surgeons use ...
Bromelain, turmeric and ginger are often used to reduce inflammation, which may be helpful during your tummy tuck recovery. However, there may be some contraindications to taking this concoction before your surgery. Each plastic surgeon has their own set of guidelines for what to avoid and what...
Plan on having an anchor tummy tuck that will allow its removal and to hopefully provide a better outcome. Your scar should be a marked improvement over where you are starting.
