Can I stop wearing compression garment 8 weeks post op tummy tuck and muscle repair?

Swelling on and off is to be expected for weeks to months after a tummy tuck. At 8 weeks, the challenge is to wear a garment that is comfortable and effective in supporting you and controlling the swelling. It sounds as though you are on the right track trying different garments. One suggestion is to look at second stage liposuction wear . . . while not as industrial as the operative garment, it may offer more compression than Spanx, yet be more wearable. See link below for a company I often use in my practice . . .

I asked my patients to wear compressive garments for about six weeks after and abdominoplasty. There's no scientific evidence to support it but most patients find it more comfortable with the garment. Follow the instructions of your own surgeon.

Dear lindag1, it should be safe not to wear the compression garment after 8 weeks post-op. If there is some swelling it would be wise to leave it a little longer, it is best to check with with your plastic surgeon for his advice. I personally recommend my patients to use the garment for 3 month. Good luck

Thank you for your question. By 8 weeks post-op the need for a compression garment is minimal and my patients (if any) would only be wearing it for comfort. The concerning thing you mention is that you still have some swelling. This could be normal, it could be a seroma (fluid collection) or your muscle repair could have been disrupted. My best advice would be to follow up with your surgeon and see what they think.