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I am considering having lipo on a small area on my lower abs. I have a pooch just above my 12 year old tummy tuck scar. It's like the scar causes a bigger area to pooch out above it. I am otherwise thin. 5'5.5" and 125 pounds. How much time would I need to take off from singing/performing? Not dancing, but singing 4 hours moving around. I could get away with not lifting equipment as long as I need. How long to not schedule gigs?

Roger Smith, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi mainemom,
Thank you for your question. Most of the time, liposuction requires minimal downtime and very tolerable post-operative discomfort. With that said, I would estimate that you could return to singing in approximately 2 weeks from surgery. Most of the time, the worst discomfort is over at two weeks and I expect that you will be able to take deep 'belly breaths' during singing. I hope that this helps. Best of luck!
-Roger Smith, MD, FACS

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Typically patients can return to work about a week after liposuction.  However it's common to wear a compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks to help manage swelling and support healing tissues.  This could potentially impact singing and performing.  Returning to exercise should be done gradually with most able to return to all regular activities after 6 weeks.  Check with your surgeon to help determine what is best for you based on your planned procedure.

James Knoetgen, III, MD · Answer

Here’s what you need to consider when planning singing gigs after lower abdominal liposuction, especially since you're performing actively and have a prior tummy tuck scar:
General Recovery Timeline After Abdomen Lipo
•	Days 1–7: Swelling, soreness, compression garments. Light walking only. No gigs.
•	Week 2: Some light daily activity OK, but still healing. Singing likely uncomfortable, especially due to core use.
•	Weeks 3–4: Most people resume non-strenuous work. Singing might still feel tight or fatiguing depending on how much core engagement your style needs.
•	Weeks 5–6+: Most swelling down, energy returns, singing/moving on stage usually OK. High-energy or long gigs may still tire you out.
Specific Considerations for Singers
Singing uses core muscles and diaphragm control, which can be affected even with minor liposuction:
•	Liposuction above a tummy tuck scar may cause tugging or tightness in healing tissues, which could restrict breath support early on.
•	Compression garments (usually worn for 4–6 weeks) might feel restrictive for performance singing.
•	Long sets (like your 4-hour gigs) are taxing even when healthy post-lipo, you may fatigue faster.
Conservative Recommendation
To be safe:
•	Avoid scheduling gigs for 4–6 weeks post-lipo, especially if they involve long singing sets and moving around.
•	You may feel OK to ease back in after 3–4 weeks, but full 4-hour gigs are better pushed to week 6 or later for stamina, breath control, and comfort.
•	Start with light rehearsals or short sets first.
Since you’re otherwise fit and only doing a small area, 4–6 weeks off from full performances is a conservative and safe window. Avoid booking gigs before week 5, ideally week 6+, especially to give your breathing and movement full comfort.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest giving yourself at least 1 weeks after liposuction. You will still be wearing compression garments up to 3 months, but should be able to perform.  If you can, 2 weeks would be better.

Arif Eroglu, MD · Answer

Hello; with a little Vaserlipo support; your current problem could be solved. As a duration, for 5 days taking a break from singing; it would be sufficient for you.

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