How long after a TT should I wait before doing Pilates?

Hello,Thank you for your question. Your operating surgeon will be the best one to advise you about post op activity restrictions. I recommend 3 weeks with no cardio activity post op and another 3 weeks of avoiding heavy lifting and abdominal workouts. Your Plastic Surgeon may have their own preferred protocol and clear you based on your unique situation.All the best

Generally I recommend casual walking after 2-3 week, walking for exercise at about 3-4 weeks[treadmill ok, elliptical not ok], and more strenuous exercise after 6 weeks.
Every patient and every surgery is different, so your recovery may affect this timeline; and will be closely monitored by me for the first 6 weeks.

Most patients will be placed in an abdominal binder, which they will wear the first week. There is usually a fair amount of swelling and the binder should be opened several times a day so that there are no pressure points. After the first 7 to 10 days the patient is placed in an elastic garment for compression over the next six weeks. You can return to full activity without restrictions at 6 weeks.

Swelling can persist for several months and will gradually improve and will look better at three months, six months, and even one year. Frequently the pubic area and the scrotal and penis area for men can become very swollen and discolored during the first two weeks due to gravity as this is the lowest area for swelling to accumulate.



If for any reason at this six week post-op period you still find yourself in pain or discomfort, or worried at all about your healing, then it would be best to visit your surgeon and have the area examined for proper healing. Good luck.

I appreciate your question.



I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.



The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz



Board Certified Plastic Surgeon



#RealSelf100Surgeon

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your tummy tuck surgery. Most patients are cleared to exercise by six weeks following a tummy tuck.   It is best to have an in-person follow up examination with your plastic surgeon for recommendations regarding what you should and should not be doing at this time. Good luck in your recovery.