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In general abdominal muscle strength can help with spine issues. Therefore repairing the abdominal rectal diastasis can help abdominal strength and help with back support. I am not aware of any studies showing a specific effect on lordosis.
Hello and thank you for your question. Thebest advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. There are no large series studies looking into this. In theory, muscle repair can help with lordosis, but it really depends on your individual anatomy. Make sure you specifically lookat before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgeryperformed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The mostimportant aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommendthat you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon whocan evaluate you in person.Best wishes and good luck.Richard G. Reish, M.D.Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
The origin of lumbar lordosis can be complex. The possibility that this condition could be improved with a tummy tuck should be discussed with your plastic surgeon.
Thank you for your question regarding possibleimprovement in posture after a tummy tuck. I advise my Melbourne,Florida, tummy tuck patients that the abdominoplasty or tummy tuck can beexpected to improve the appearance of the abdomen. Some people do notethat they have improvement in posture; however, this is not the distinctpurpose of the operation and therefore, cannot be promised or guaranteed. Definitely discuss with your board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope thisinformation is helpful to you. Best of luck!
Thank you for the question. As you know, part of the tummy tuck operation involves plication (re approximation) of the abdominal wall muscles that have spread with pregnancy. This reconstruction likely strengthens the core and MAY help with issues such as lower back discomfort (assuming there are no other anatomic causes of the lower back pain). I would caution you however NOT to assume that any lower back pain or postural concerns will be resolved after tummy tuck surgery.Best wishes.
I wouldn't count on it, but a tummy tuck can improve the appearance of the abdomen by removing excuses skin and tightening the central abdomen to hopefully make it flatter.
The lordosis can be a great strain on the back muscles. Theoretically the diastasis repair could help but this would be on a case by case basis.All the best,Talmage Raine MD
There are many factors which can cause lumbar lordosis. In my opinion obesity and lax abdominal muscles certainly contribute to lordosis. I am unaware of any study has signed typically proves that abdominoplasty with muscle repair reduces lumbar lordosis. However, anecdotally, if the abdominal wall is tightened by a tummy tuck with muscle repair it is conceivable that it would help.
Tummy tuck opening should be a rare occurrence. In a properly selected patient, with excellent technique, that should not happen very frequently at all.Best of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
Congratulations on your weight loss. Waiting on surgery until you have accomplished your goal is a very good idea as the maximum amount of loose skin can be removed at that point. A tummy tuck will remove the skin and fat from the front of your body. A body lift removes skin circumferentially....
Thank you for your question. Sorry to hear about your diagnosis but congrats on completing your treatments. In regards to an abdominoplasty, if there was no radiation to the area, then there should not be any strict contra-indications to proceeding with surgery. After chemo and radiation...
I think it probably will be safe. There are several factors to consider number one where are your incisions and will the chair be massaging against those incisions. Also what position will you be in you cannot lie flat after a tummy tuck. It would be best to ask your operative...
Thank you for your question. A tummy tuck removes skin and fat. In addition, at the same time, the muscles can be tightened to fix diastasis of the rectus muscles. In no way is this operation intended to help with pain, discomfort, posture, back problems, etc. Is it possible that people who have...
Dear AJ5299,that depends on the type of bacteria, bacteria resistance to antibiotics, length of treatment, etc. It can take some time for antibiotics to show results. If the pain continues, consult with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic S...
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