I am nearly 18 months post op from my abdominoplasty, and I would like to know if abdominal crunches should never be done once you have had this surgery. Is it possible to have a reoccurrence of diastasis recti due to exercise?
Answer: I’m a little different on this! I hope this isn’t confusing but I have a little different take on this. I agree that patients can return back to core exercise and full physical activity however… I do discourage my patients from doing a ton of crunches. I have seen some patients develop a hernia afterwards around their belly button or stretch their fascia back out. It certainly is not very often but it has happened so that’s my take on it!
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Answer: I’m a little different on this! I hope this isn’t confusing but I have a little different take on this. I agree that patients can return back to core exercise and full physical activity however… I do discourage my patients from doing a ton of crunches. I have seen some patients develop a hernia afterwards around their belly button or stretch their fascia back out. It certainly is not very often but it has happened so that’s my take on it!
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Answer: Abdominal crunches ever again after abdominoplasty You absolutely can return to normal exercise after a tummy tuck including abdominal crunches. At 18 months post op you should be fully healed and ready to resume a fitness regimen. See your surgeon if you have specific questions on this.
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Answer: Abdominal crunches ever again after abdominoplasty You absolutely can return to normal exercise after a tummy tuck including abdominal crunches. At 18 months post op you should be fully healed and ready to resume a fitness regimen. See your surgeon if you have specific questions on this.
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August 28, 2019
Answer: Abdominal exercise post tummy tuck Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I advise against doing any core abdominal workouts for 6 weeks post op, then they may resume all exercise activities. I always recommend listening to your body and easing your way back into your work outs. I also recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Bet of luck!
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August 28, 2019
Answer: Abdominal exercise post tummy tuck Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I advise against doing any core abdominal workouts for 6 weeks post op, then they may resume all exercise activities. I always recommend listening to your body and easing your way back into your work outs. I also recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Bet of luck!
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May 7, 2019
Answer: Normal activities Great question, after 18 months you may resume normal exercise as tolerated. Further concerns may need a one on one attention with your surgeon.
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May 7, 2019
Answer: Normal activities Great question, after 18 months you may resume normal exercise as tolerated. Further concerns may need a one on one attention with your surgeon.
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May 4, 2019
Answer: Abdominal crunches ever again after abdominoplasty?? In the case of uneventful healing, after four months, stomach exercises such as crunches should be okay. Abdominal exercises that bulge the abdominal muscles forward (crunches, sit-ups, double leg lifts and some Pilates-based exercises) can induce or exacerbate diastasis recti because they exert forward, forceful pressure on the abdominal wall.
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May 4, 2019
Answer: Abdominal crunches ever again after abdominoplasty?? In the case of uneventful healing, after four months, stomach exercises such as crunches should be okay. Abdominal exercises that bulge the abdominal muscles forward (crunches, sit-ups, double leg lifts and some Pilates-based exercises) can induce or exacerbate diastasis recti because they exert forward, forceful pressure on the abdominal wall.
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May 3, 2019
Answer: Abdominal crunches ever again after abdominoplasty?? Thank you for your question. My patients are allowed to perform core exercises eight weeks after surgery (crunches, planks, burpees, etc). The muscle repair is typically performed using sutures. After eight weeks the repair has healed completely and is strong. If you have concerns, you can always reach out to your surgeon for guidance.
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May 3, 2019
Answer: Abdominal crunches ever again after abdominoplasty?? Thank you for your question. My patients are allowed to perform core exercises eight weeks after surgery (crunches, planks, burpees, etc). The muscle repair is typically performed using sutures. After eight weeks the repair has healed completely and is strong. If you have concerns, you can always reach out to your surgeon for guidance.
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