Exercise Regimen 8 Weeks Post Op Tummy Tuck

I typically tell my patients that at 8 weeks after surgery, they can resume all exercise that they did before surgery.  However in your case, where you have had fluid problems for 7 weeks after surgery, I would want to follow you every 2 weeks to be sure that the tissues have adhered before I gave you clearance to do anything high impact & any streching. I advise you to consult with your operating surgeon and follow his/her instructions.  Good luck!

Thank you for your question!  It is very important to listen to all of your plastic surgeons post care!  If you have questions about working out you should contact your plastic surgeon and follow his instructions!  Best of luck!Dr Dhaval Patel

Double Board Certified

Plastic Surgeon

Chicago

Hoffman Estates

Oak Brook

Your surgeon should give you guidance for your particular case. Generally after 4 to 6 weeks I tell my patients they can return to their normal activities. I would recommend that with your level of exercise, however that you need to increase gradually. Do not push yourself, do what feels comfortable, let your body tell you how much you can tolerate. If you find you get any swelling, back off, you have done too much. Do not work out to the point of exhaustion.