Scuba diving requires me to get in and out of boat, swim against current, and kick underwater.
Answer: Recovery is Sweet but be Careful Thanks for the question.Here are a few thoughts.1) 6 weeks is the time most incisions and muscle repairs have gained strength to begin normal activities.2) If you have no open wounds, than swimming in the ocean will be permissible.3) Even though the muscle repair is intact at 6 weeks, some patients may still not be able to do the activities required to scuba dive.You will have to play it by ear. Snorkeling may be a better option.Good Luck!
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Answer: Recovery is Sweet but be Careful Thanks for the question.Here are a few thoughts.1) 6 weeks is the time most incisions and muscle repairs have gained strength to begin normal activities.2) If you have no open wounds, than swimming in the ocean will be permissible.3) Even though the muscle repair is intact at 6 weeks, some patients may still not be able to do the activities required to scuba dive.You will have to play it by ear. Snorkeling may be a better option.Good Luck!
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Answer: Resuming activity At six weeks post op typically all restrictions are lifted and patients are able to resume activities as they wish. This does not mean they are fully recovered. Resuming activity is best done gradually. If you workout, swim and scuba dive all at one time from day one you'll probably be exhausted and will probably swell some. I encourage you to speak with your surgeon about your progress as you go through recovery.
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Answer: Resuming activity At six weeks post op typically all restrictions are lifted and patients are able to resume activities as they wish. This does not mean they are fully recovered. Resuming activity is best done gradually. If you workout, swim and scuba dive all at one time from day one you'll probably be exhausted and will probably swell some. I encourage you to speak with your surgeon about your progress as you go through recovery.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: Post op instructions Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I recommend they take 3 weeks off of cardio at the gym, and 6 weeks off of weight training and yoga exercises. At 6 weeks post op, as long as incisions are completely closed and healed, it is ok to scuba dive, swim, and resume all exercises. There are typically no restrictions for patients that are 6 weeks post surgery. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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May 22, 2019
Answer: Post op instructions Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I recommend they take 3 weeks off of cardio at the gym, and 6 weeks off of weight training and yoga exercises. At 6 weeks post op, as long as incisions are completely closed and healed, it is ok to scuba dive, swim, and resume all exercises. There are typically no restrictions for patients that are 6 weeks post surgery. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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April 7, 2019
Answer: Is 7 weeks after a tummy tuck with diastasis recti repair enough time to be able to workout, swim, or scuba dive? Always best to run these types of questions by your plastic surgeon, who knows exactly what was done, how you are progressing, what type of exercise you wish to return to, and is ultimately responsible for your care.
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April 7, 2019
Answer: Is 7 weeks after a tummy tuck with diastasis recti repair enough time to be able to workout, swim, or scuba dive? Always best to run these types of questions by your plastic surgeon, who knows exactly what was done, how you are progressing, what type of exercise you wish to return to, and is ultimately responsible for your care.
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April 6, 2019
Answer: Q:Is 7 weeks after a tummy tuck with diastasis recti repair enough time to be able to workout, swim, or scuba dive? I would not allow a patient to be submerged in water until I was absolutely positive that the incision was healed. This will take from 6 weeks to 3 months. This is a question only your PS can answer during follow-up.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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April 6, 2019
Answer: Q:Is 7 weeks after a tummy tuck with diastasis recti repair enough time to be able to workout, swim, or scuba dive? I would not allow a patient to be submerged in water until I was absolutely positive that the incision was healed. This will take from 6 weeks to 3 months. This is a question only your PS can answer during follow-up.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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