Will a warm jacuzzi or ice packs help reduce swelling from tummy tuck surgery 4 weeks into recovery?

Much of this depends upon whether or not you're work is okay with you being out for a cosmetic procedure.  Aesthetic procedures are not typically protected under family leave laws.  Discuss  this with your chosen surgeonBest of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Squ...

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your wound healing issues after abdominal surgery.  Though the Vac is revolutionary in its ability to help close wounds it is important to medically optimize your health status to speed recovery.  At times this even entails ope...

I would discuss this issue with your surgeon. Your garment should be snug, but not hurting "so MUCH." Your garment may be too tight. Not all surgeons use garments, so ask your surgeon about their specific recommendations.

Hello and thank you for your question. This is a VERY complicated question and difficult to answer without any other information. However, I can say, that there are people, who have had cardiac issues (ventricular hypertrophy for example) that have had cosmetic surgery. Usually this requires ...

Hernia repair in conjunction with a tummy tuck is not an uncommon combination surgery.  Depending on how large the hernia is, it may be repaired with or without the addition of mesh for additional support.  Your best results will come when you are at a stable weight.  I would recommend that you...