I plan on having a tummy tuck and breast lift or reduction. I am of average height and weight, 40 years of age and have no health issues. I am concerned that I will be off work too long. How long until I can return to work for my low activity desk job?
Answer: Tummy tuck recovery A tummy tuck is a life changing surgery but it does take a bit of time to recover. I usually tell patients that they are moving slow the first few days, are gonna feel pretty good by a week and will want to get back to everything by two weeks. A desk job...you could get back to in a week. If you have the option for a second week even better.Dr Rodger ShorttOakville Plastic Surgeon Assistant Clinical Professor &Director of Cosmetic Surgery Training,McMaster UniversityPerforming plastic surgery for Oakville, Mississauga, Burlington, Georgetown, Milton, Hamilton and Toronto.
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Answer: Tummy tuck recovery A tummy tuck is a life changing surgery but it does take a bit of time to recover. I usually tell patients that they are moving slow the first few days, are gonna feel pretty good by a week and will want to get back to everything by two weeks. A desk job...you could get back to in a week. If you have the option for a second week even better.Dr Rodger ShorttOakville Plastic Surgeon Assistant Clinical Professor &Director of Cosmetic Surgery Training,McMaster UniversityPerforming plastic surgery for Oakville, Mississauga, Burlington, Georgetown, Milton, Hamilton and Toronto.
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June 13, 2016
Answer: Returning to Work After a Tummy Tuck Every patient heals differently, I tell my patients who have a desk job that they will probably be able to return to work within 10 to 14 days. Good luck.
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June 13, 2016
Answer: Returning to Work After a Tummy Tuck Every patient heals differently, I tell my patients who have a desk job that they will probably be able to return to work within 10 to 14 days. Good luck.
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June 12, 2016
Answer: How long after a tummy tuck and breast lift can I return to work? I have a desk job. The tummy tuck is a major operation associated with major physical and emotional recovery time. As you can imagine, every patient's experience will differ after the procedure. Therefore, return to work times will differ from one patient to another. Ultimately, your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to guiding you; he/she will see how you are doing and whether or not you have experienced any complications or set backs.Generally speaking, most patients are able to return to a “desk job” about 2-3 weeks after surgery; more strenuous activity (such as your job) may require 4 to 6 weeks of time off (or longer). In my opinion, promises of returning to work earlier than this is overpromising.If you do decide to return to work as scheduled, do not be surprised if you fatigue much quicker; probably best not to return to 12 hour shifts immediately. Generally, it may take patients several months before they are back to full strength and stamina.For the sake of patients considering the tummy tuck surgery in the future: it is a major operation which again involves a significant physical and emotional recovery ( often underestimated by surgeons and patients alike). A few words of advice may be helpful:
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June 12, 2016
Answer: How long after a tummy tuck and breast lift can I return to work? I have a desk job. The tummy tuck is a major operation associated with major physical and emotional recovery time. As you can imagine, every patient's experience will differ after the procedure. Therefore, return to work times will differ from one patient to another. Ultimately, your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to guiding you; he/she will see how you are doing and whether or not you have experienced any complications or set backs.Generally speaking, most patients are able to return to a “desk job” about 2-3 weeks after surgery; more strenuous activity (such as your job) may require 4 to 6 weeks of time off (or longer). In my opinion, promises of returning to work earlier than this is overpromising.If you do decide to return to work as scheduled, do not be surprised if you fatigue much quicker; probably best not to return to 12 hour shifts immediately. Generally, it may take patients several months before they are back to full strength and stamina.For the sake of patients considering the tummy tuck surgery in the future: it is a major operation which again involves a significant physical and emotional recovery ( often underestimated by surgeons and patients alike). A few words of advice may be helpful:
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Answer: Returning to work after breast lift and tummy tuck surgery Your return to work will really depend on your individual recovery. Typically though, patients in my practice take two weeks off work before returning to a desk job and at least 6 weeks before resuming strenuous excercise or physical activity. Best to allow a minimum of two weeks.
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Answer: Returning to work after breast lift and tummy tuck surgery Your return to work will really depend on your individual recovery. Typically though, patients in my practice take two weeks off work before returning to a desk job and at least 6 weeks before resuming strenuous excercise or physical activity. Best to allow a minimum of two weeks.
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Returning to work following tummy tuck and Breast Lift This is a great question! Following a tummy tuck and breast lift or reduction procedure easing back into normal daily routines is key. Yes it is common for patients to go home the same day following these procedures although this does not mean you are jumping right back into daily life. You will find that your posture for the first 5-7 days may be a little forgiving due to the tightness from the tummy tuck and that you may require help getting up from a sitting or lying position, which this is all perfectly normal. I typically will find my patients are easing back into there daily routine around 10-14 days post-operative. I request, if possible, a full 2 weeks off of work following surgery and then only returning to low activity work much like a desk job. If you are unable to take the full 2 weeks at minimum 1 week with both weekends allowing for 9 days before returning to a low impact job. This is to allow your body time to heal. These are large surgeries you are having at the same time which is handled very well by patients although it is important to understand the need to recover as well. It is difficult sometimes to slow our lives down for recovery and healing but I promise it is worth it in the end. I do hope you have found this information helpful and I wish you luck!
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Returning to work following tummy tuck and Breast Lift This is a great question! Following a tummy tuck and breast lift or reduction procedure easing back into normal daily routines is key. Yes it is common for patients to go home the same day following these procedures although this does not mean you are jumping right back into daily life. You will find that your posture for the first 5-7 days may be a little forgiving due to the tightness from the tummy tuck and that you may require help getting up from a sitting or lying position, which this is all perfectly normal. I typically will find my patients are easing back into there daily routine around 10-14 days post-operative. I request, if possible, a full 2 weeks off of work following surgery and then only returning to low activity work much like a desk job. If you are unable to take the full 2 weeks at minimum 1 week with both weekends allowing for 9 days before returning to a low impact job. This is to allow your body time to heal. These are large surgeries you are having at the same time which is handled very well by patients although it is important to understand the need to recover as well. It is difficult sometimes to slow our lives down for recovery and healing but I promise it is worth it in the end. I do hope you have found this information helpful and I wish you luck!
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