I work 12 hr shifts 5 days a week, and lift 50/75lbs frequently. Is it even possible for me to have these procedures done? How long would recovery take? Are these procedures covered by FMLA?
July 2, 2019
Answer: I’m a truck driver wanting TT and BBL. Is it possible for me to have these procedures done It is possible for you to have these procedures done given your work requirements. With your occupation you will want to give yourself plenty of time to heal. You will be limited in the amount of weight you can lift for about 6-8 weeks. The best place to begin is a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more about the procedures and to determine if you are good candidate.
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July 2, 2019
Answer: I’m a truck driver wanting TT and BBL. Is it possible for me to have these procedures done It is possible for you to have these procedures done given your work requirements. With your occupation you will want to give yourself plenty of time to heal. You will be limited in the amount of weight you can lift for about 6-8 weeks. The best place to begin is a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more about the procedures and to determine if you are good candidate.
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July 2, 2019
Answer: Am I a Tummy Tuck Candidate? Dear amberd4wn28,Thank you for yoru question. I usually advise my patients to avoid doing a Tummy Tuck and BBL at the same time. There are some surgeons who will do both procedures, but it greatly increases the risks and also is extremely uncomfortable for the patient. After a tummy tuck, you cannot lie on your belly and after a BBL you cannot lie on your backside. So...you really don't have a good side to lie on while you are recovering. Usually cosmetic procedures are not covered by FMLA. For my patients 3-4 weeks at a minimum before you can proceed with strenuous activity. Most are back to work much earlier than that but for a physical job it would likely be 4 weeks. Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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July 2, 2019
Answer: Am I a Tummy Tuck Candidate? Dear amberd4wn28,Thank you for yoru question. I usually advise my patients to avoid doing a Tummy Tuck and BBL at the same time. There are some surgeons who will do both procedures, but it greatly increases the risks and also is extremely uncomfortable for the patient. After a tummy tuck, you cannot lie on your belly and after a BBL you cannot lie on your backside. So...you really don't have a good side to lie on while you are recovering. Usually cosmetic procedures are not covered by FMLA. For my patients 3-4 weeks at a minimum before you can proceed with strenuous activity. Most are back to work much earlier than that but for a physical job it would likely be 4 weeks. Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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