I know the down time of a tummy tuck is 10 days to six weeks but how many days post op do you need someone looking after you? By the fifth day would you be able to make your meals, bath, etc by yourself?
May 4, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck- how many days in bed Personally, I like my tummy tuck patients to be up and out of bed the same day. No heavy lifting, driving, etc for 2-4weeks, typically back Tom most other activities/work 1-2 weeks.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.
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May 4, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck- how many days in bed Personally, I like my tummy tuck patients to be up and out of bed the same day. No heavy lifting, driving, etc for 2-4weeks, typically back Tom most other activities/work 1-2 weeks.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.
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May 4, 2017
Answer: You should be out of bed and ambulating by the next morning I usually allow my patients to relax in be the first night but they are out of bed and walking around the next day. It is much healthier for a patient to move and ambulate.
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May 4, 2017
Answer: You should be out of bed and ambulating by the next morning I usually allow my patients to relax in be the first night but they are out of bed and walking around the next day. It is much healthier for a patient to move and ambulate.
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May 4, 2017
Answer: How many days are you in bed after tummy tuck? Thank you for your question. Recovery and time in bed are two different things. Your recovery will depend on the recommendations of your doctor, but you shouldn't need any actual time in bed. Resting and relaxing a bit is fine, but recovery is aided by getting up and moving around after your surgery. Typically you would be able to return to normal activities within 3-5 days, but avoid heavy lifting over 5 pounds for a couple of weeks. Many people return to work after a week, but that is occupation dependent. I hope this helps. Best of luck to you.
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May 4, 2017
Answer: How many days are you in bed after tummy tuck? Thank you for your question. Recovery and time in bed are two different things. Your recovery will depend on the recommendations of your doctor, but you shouldn't need any actual time in bed. Resting and relaxing a bit is fine, but recovery is aided by getting up and moving around after your surgery. Typically you would be able to return to normal activities within 3-5 days, but avoid heavy lifting over 5 pounds for a couple of weeks. Many people return to work after a week, but that is occupation dependent. I hope this helps. Best of luck to you.
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