Why so many varying opinions on exercise timing after Tummy Tuck?

Thanks for your question! Plastic Surgeons often have different opinions about many topics, this being one of them. There isn't really just one "correct" answer.In my practice, we recommend compression with a custom garment for one month post op. At that point they can discontinue it or wean off it for a period of 2 weeks.Also, light exercise can begin at one month (even light weights) but more vigorous exercise should wait until 6-8 weeks post op. Hope this helps!Dr. Nicolas HynesLotus Cosmetic Surgery

There’s no particular reason for having differences in postoperative instructions. Each surgeon makes decisions based on their belief which comes from their training, personal experience, what others do and in the end simply that doctors opinion.

In the end most patients advance exercise pretty gradually simply based on being sore and cautious.

From personal experience I would say the majority of patients probably are not compliant with their instructions regardless.

In the end postoperative activities have little impact on the final result but patients should typically follow the instructions recommended by their doctor. some post operative instructions for certain procedures can be very important.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD