How Long After a Mommy Makeover Before I Could Get a Massage or Chiropractic Adjustment?

Some massage therapists are specially trained in massage during pregnancy when you can't lie on your stomach.  A massage on your back or side would be safe within a week after surgery.  The perinatal massage technique would be perfect.  More intense deep tissue massage and positioning on your belly might be four to six weeks.

Part of the answer depends on if you are having breast work and tummy tuck. The best person to answer your question is your Board-certified plastic surgeon. I would guess at least 6 weeks post abdominoplasty alone; breasts may change that answer.

The abdominoplasty tissues have begun to heal pretty well at 1 week so having a massage of your back, while on your side with your legs curled up should not be a problem.  Massage of your abdomen would need to be cleared by your plastic surgeon and likely wouldn't be able to be done for approximately 6 weeks.  The issue is allowing time for the tissues to heal well so external manipulation can't disrupt them.

I would guess that you would be able to have a massage positioned on your back as early as 7-10 days after surgery. It might take 4-6 weeks to feel comfortable positioned on your stomach.

I would recommend about six weeks before any manipulation. I suspect you could get a massage after a week if you got it while in a chair sitting up. Ultimately you need to check with your surgeon.

  This should be managed on a case by case basis.  After 6 weeks, your scar will probably be strong enough, but your plastic surgeon knows how you heal.  He or she will be in a better position to make that judgement determination.

I would be very concerned about your existing back pain following a TT. When the abdominal skin is removed, we often flex the patient at the waist to decrease tension on the lower abdomen where the incision is closed. This can cause stress to the lower back. There are others whoever that have poor core strength as a result of their diastasis (widening of the muscles) and their condition is improved with the surgery. Make sure your plastic surgeon is aware of your situation. Best of Luck!

After a mommy makeover, it’s essential to consult with your plastic surgeon for specific recommendations, as recovery can vary based on individual circumstances and the procedures involved. In general, you should wait at least a few weeks before getting a massage or chiropractic adjustment to ensure your body has had time to heal and your surgeon has cleared you for such activities. It’s crucial to follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions for a safe and smooth recovery.

You should be able to do anything you wish after six weeks following a mommy makeover.  As far as massages go, you would need to be comfortable lying on your stomach and breasts, or get a back and neck massage in a massage chair.