How soon can I go back to work after having a mini tummy tuck and lipo?

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I'm having a mini tummy tuck and lipo on my abdomen. How soon can I return work? I am a massage therapist. 'm giving myself 2 weeks is that enough time?

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

In my opinion if you are having something minor and conservative definitely you would be able to come back to work in two weeks. If the procedure includes a muscle repair, lipo to other additional areas and fat grafting to your butt. Then I would encourage you to take one more week off. Be encouraged. Dr. Cardenas

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. It’s too early to comment over the result. First couple of days after the surgery you can back to work and couple of weeks later your permanent recovery will start. It’s possible to see some major changes in Tummy Tuck results till the end of 12 months recovery. I wish you all the best

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend a week off after liposuction of the abdomen.  A tummy tuck, even a mini-tuck, should require a longer recuperation period.  I would also hope that you have truly ascertained that this is the right operation for you and that you do not need tightening above the umbilicus.  By my estimate, close to 90 percent of patients do need more than the mini-tuck.

George C. Peck, Jr, MD · Answer

Most patients take 5 - 7 working days off after a mini tummy tuck and liposuction, depending on the areas and the amount of lipsuction.
As a massage therapist, you may need more time off. The total time of surgery ranges from one to two hours. The total cost of surgery ranges from
$4100 - $6000 depending on the extent of surgery. The total cost includes the board certified professional fee, board certified anesthesia fee, and Medicare approved surgicenter.

Maan Kattash, MD, FRCS, FACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Mini-tummy tuck does not usually entail muscle repair. Along with liposuction , a week is usually sufficient for recovery. I usually leave one drain in place which is removed after one week. Then patients can exercise and advance their activity as tolerated.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

On average patients usually return to work 2 weeks after a tummy tuck and a small amount of liposuction.However it is very important that you follow your plastic surgeon's instructions.Be prepared that if you have any difficulties in healing you may need more time out of work.  During this first 2 weeks he should avoid heavy lifting and be certain to have help with child care the first week.

How soon can I go back to work after having a mini tummy tuck and lipo?

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