Can a tummy tuck help relieve chronic low back pain?

August 29, 2019
Asked By:Fabulous5851 in Phoenix, AZ

I've had low back pain and 3 major back surgeries. I'm not over weight by < 15lbs. I've had 2 children. The last one a c-section. I've had no relief from my back pain from injections, PT, or surgery. I have increasing pain level between 5-8. I can't work or even really enjoy life. Can a tummy tuck relieve some of my back pain. I've been saying my core muscles aren't strong enough to support my torso. By the end of the day I need to wear a heavy duty back brace in order to walk though my house.

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