Tummy tuck on July 17th, 2015. Tough recovery, but now everything is OK, except for the love handles that are appearing on each side. I can grasp them. I am 147 pounds and 5 ft. 9 in. I am in good shape. What do i do?
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Here are the answers to your questions:1. Reduction in swelling can be expedited to some degree with lymphatic massage, though I would talk with your surgeon first in this regard.2. Regarding enough rest; I tell my patients to increase activities a little every two-three days and...
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Often the pain after tummy tucks, especially several months out, is from the rectus (Six-Pack) muscle repair/approximation. The two type of physical therapy I refer my patients to include: (1) Traditional Physical Therapy which includes muscle electro-stimulation, needling, massage,...