I had a Tummy Tuck 13 days ago. How long do I keep sleeping in a reclining position? I'm getting tired of sleeping like this.

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I am very restless and can't seem to get comfortable. Is there any other comfortable ways I can sleep?

Ira H. Rex lll, MD · Answer

You should definitely check with your own plastic surgeon about this.  We all have a different approach to things.  For my patients, I allow them to sleep in any position they want after one week.  Even then, it is still hard for many patients to find a comfortable position.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Each surgeon has their own post operative protocols. I recommend patients sleep in a reclining position for the weeks followed by back sleeping for the remaining 3 weeks. You should address this question with your surgeon. regards,

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

I generally have my patients sleep in a recliner position for the first 10-14 days.  After that they can sleep with less of an incline.I would recommend discussing this with your plastic surgeon as every surgeon has a different recipe for their post op recovery.Good luck.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

If you can stand straight up when walking, you can sleep flat in your bed... if you cannot stand straight up, then you still have to protect your incision with a recliner or something in bed to keep your hips flexed and chest elevated.

Ravi Somayazula, DO · Answer

I tell my patients that they will need to sleep either in a recliner or in a bed with pillows for two weeks. After this time, they are instructed to walk more upright and gradually work on sleeping flatter over the course of the subsequent 4 weeks. Each surgeon has their own protocol, so make sure you talk to him or her first about it.Best wishes,Dr. Ravi Somayazula

I had a Tummy Tuck 13 days ago. How long do I keep sleeping in a reclining position? I'm getting tired of sleeping like this.

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I had a Tummy Tuck 13 days ago. How long do I keep sleeping in a reclining position? I'm getting tired of sleeping like this.

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Answer: Protecting your tummy tuck

Answer: Protecting your tummy tuck

Answer: Positioning after tummy tuck

Answer: Positioning after tummy tuck

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