I am 12 weeks post opt on a tummy tuck lipo swelling. Is it good to swear spanx 24/7? I am still pretty swollen

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I was wondering if it is good to wear a spanx 24 7 still since I am still pretty swollen?

Frank Agullo, MD · Answer

My patients usually were a support garment the first four weeks. There is little benefit to wearing them any further, except that some patients find comfort in them.

Scott E. Kasden, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Fernana1I don't know if "good or bad" is how I would pose it.  At 12 weeks post op, you really should not need to wear a spanx or garment.  It may make you more comfortable, but really, you should allow your core muscles work.  Certainly, 24-7 would be excessive at this point.Hope this helps.sek

Nolan Jaeger, MD · Answer

In general, I think Spanx are a good idea to help with post-op swelling, especially a little further out from surgery like you are. In the immediate post-op period (

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