I had a drainless tummy tuck over three years ago and my muscle repair is too tight. Its affected my ability to stand up straight, my mobility and how my body functions. I can't even fully stretch out when sleeping. It's as if my stomach is doing a permanent abdominal crunch. It feels like I'm falling forwards because its pulled so tight. There is so much pressure on my lower back that I can't stand for long periods of time. Can this be reversed and corrected? Thank-you.
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An in person exam or further photos are needed to know for sure, but it appears you may have more skin that can be excised which may improve your results. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation.
Hi Moni1989G,
I am sorry that this happened to you--open wounds are unfortunate after a tummy tuck procedure.
In the short term, your surgeon and/or your wound care team should help determine how to get the wound healed. Specifically, the wound is large enough that your surgeon may elect to skin...
You could start with an ultrasound, but it will be limited. If needed, then a CAT scan or even a MRI. I would first be examined by a plastic surgeon to see if the examination can tell how the muscle is doing. As you are learning, it is always best to do your surgery in the area where you live...
