I am seven weeks post op and when I take my garment off to use a heating pad and then massage my stomach and back, by sides feel super tight.. Physiologically, what is occurring? Is there anything I should do to help resolve this?
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you are four weeks out from your surgery, you should be ready to do abdominal
exercises and squats. However, it’s best to check with your surgeon about these
questions, as only he or she knows the specifics of your procedure and can
respond accordingly. Working out, especially squats and e...
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