Hi. I'm 7wks post-op. I had to drop my body garment at w6 when I started to show signs of Meralgia Paresthetica. I stopped using embrace. Kept peeling off and have been using sil sheets + hypafix 24/7. My therapist decided it was time to deep massage the scar tissue. However, I read that tension should be avoided for at least 12 weeks. The massage is pretty agressive with pulling, pushing and twisting of the skin. I can't stop thinking if all of this can worsen the incision and make the scar wider?
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Answer: When can one start deep scar tissue massage after a full tummy tuck? Can it hurt more than it can help if done too soon? (Photo)
I am sorry to hear about
your concerns. In many cases, mild skin pleating can resolve itself with time.
However if the issue is still prevalent at the 6 month mark, a revision will
most likely be necessary. Based on your photos at 22 weeks, it is likely that a
revision procedure will be...
Thank you for your questions. I think that at 2 months out from surgery, it is very unlikely that these symptoms are related to your procedure. Consider seeing your primary care doctor to start a workup and evaluation for your issues. I hope things improve. Best of luck!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD,...
Hi dear, thank you for your question.It will slower the process but nothing worse than that. Remember to follow up with your PS and rest as much as possible. Maintain the area clean and avoid touching it too much as well. Hope this helps and remember to consult your doctor before. making any ...
