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Most patients are healing well at 4 weeks. I do not allow strenuous activity for 6 weeks following the tummy tuck.
Most patients are engaging in light exercise by 4 weeks after a tummy tuck.Of course every patient is different, and only your surgeon know what exactly was done, what hernias were repaired, the strength of the tissues, the age of the patient, conduct of the surgery, underlying medical conditions, etc. that might affect the recovery.
Thank you for your question. At four weeks out from a tummy tuck, you should be seeing a distinct improvement in the contour of he abdomen. Swelling should be almost completely resolved at this time and you can typically begin increasing your activities as far as low impact aerobic activities, walking, stationary cycling, etc. Your surgeon will likely want to take photos to document your recovery. Typically at 6 weeks post operative it is safe to resume all types of exercise activity, ie; running weight lifting and more vigorous forms of exercise. Best Wishes,Dr. Morrissey
Cost will vary based upon the demand for the surgeon and the total amount of surgery to be performed. Based upon the pictures submitted, you would likely get the best results with a tummy tuck with liposuction of the sides and back.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
While some of your fat may be visceral (around your internal organs) what you can grab on the outside is fair game. A tummy tuck can certainly improve your shape, but some of your upper abdominal fullness will likely remain to some degree. Happy to chat further if you like about your options....
Thank you for your question. Every surgeon has their own specific post-operative protocol based on their training and experience with a given procedure. As such, it is recommended that you defer to your operating surgeon to discuss your specific post-operative restrictions (including c...
