To get best scar recovery should I avoid all exercise except walking for 12 weeks? I typically do P90X combined with Insanity workouts preop but need to find exercise that won't stretch my scar afterwards. Not sure if jumping jacks or yoga would be too much.
September 21, 2016
Answer: Will exercise stretch a tummy tuck scar Exercising in general should not typically stretch the scar. If your plastic surgeon closes your abdominal incision in a "tension-less" fashion using a multi-layered approach, significant stretching should not occur. I tell my patients not to start "core" exercises for 6-8 weeks post op, cardio is allowed 2-3 weeks post op. Your P90X and insanity workouts are very high impact so you should refrain from those activities for at least 8 weeks. Good luck.
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September 21, 2016
Answer: Will exercise stretch a tummy tuck scar Exercising in general should not typically stretch the scar. If your plastic surgeon closes your abdominal incision in a "tension-less" fashion using a multi-layered approach, significant stretching should not occur. I tell my patients not to start "core" exercises for 6-8 weeks post op, cardio is allowed 2-3 weeks post op. Your P90X and insanity workouts are very high impact so you should refrain from those activities for at least 8 weeks. Good luck.
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September 19, 2016
Answer: Scars Yes. Avoid stretching your skin excessively for 8-12 weeks from the time of your surgery. Mother nature simply cannot be rushed. Let your scars heal before you stretch them....you won't regret it.
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September 19, 2016
Answer: Scars Yes. Avoid stretching your skin excessively for 8-12 weeks from the time of your surgery. Mother nature simply cannot be rushed. Let your scars heal before you stretch them....you won't regret it.
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