Can Muscle Repair in Tummy Tuck Improve Posture?

February 22, 2010
Asked By:Dlite in California

We're always told to strengthen our abs for better posture and I'm curious as to whether the surgery might also help. Thanks!

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December 26, 2016

Answer: Tummy Tuck might improve core strength

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September 6, 2019

Answer: Recommendation for a procedure

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March 2, 2010

Answer: Tummy tuck can improve posture by repairing muscle separation

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March 2, 2010

Answer: Tummy tuck can improve posture by repairing muscle separation

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February 28, 2010

Answer: Returning your abdominal muscles to their anatomic position usually improves their performance

Armando Soto, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 28, 2010

Answer: Returning your abdominal muscles to their anatomic position usually improves their performance

Armando Soto, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 1, 2015

Answer: Back pain, posture, exercise following a tummy tuck with muscle work

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September 1, 2015

Answer: Back pain, posture, exercise following a tummy tuck with muscle work

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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