How long after tummy tuck do I need to walk bent over?

Hi beauty1989 and thank you for your question.  How long you will need to walk slightly bent over following your tummy tuck will depend in large part on how comfortable you are standing upright.  In my practice, a majority of my patients are only walking slightly bent over for the first 3-4 days.  Some patients will continue to walk slightly flexed at the hips for a little longer but after the first week there is no reason to continue this.  Patients are encouraged to walk in this manner initially to reduce tension on their incisions and pull on the internal sutures that bring the abdominal wall muscles closer together at the time of a tummy tuck.  Prolonged walking in this bent over manner, however, can actually cause patients more discomfort as it places extra stress on the lower back.  I hope this helps!   

It all depends on what feels most comfortable to you. Once the tissues relax and they don’t feel as taut, you’ll be able to stand up straight without an issue. It’s important to listen to your body and your surgeon’s advice.

Hello,Thank you for your question. The average timeline for this is 1-2 weeks in my experience. I advise my patients to walk and recline bent at the waist for at least a few days and then gradually straighten as they are comfortable. Each person experiences this process differently depending on the details of their procedure.All the best