I have Disc Herniation and Degenerative Disc Disease. Will a Tummy Tuck surgery relieve back pain in my case?

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I have disc herniation and degenerative disc disease, because of that I cannot do core exercises so my stomach is getting larger and I am a healthy eater and take very good care of myself. My back hurt so bad but when I lift my stomach up with my hands I have no pain. in this case will a tummy tuck help me.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

A tummy tuck would be a reasonable option based upon your description.Find a board certified plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of tummy tucks each year.  Look for great reviews and great 
before 
and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Whether or not there is any structural improvement with an abdominoplasty relative to back issues is controversial. Many patients however say that symptomatically back issues improve with an abdominoplasty.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

The muscles of the abdomen form a cinch that helps support the lower back.  It is known that for every one pound of weight of the abdomen transfers 10 pounds to the lower lumbar back.  While this operation will not correct back pain due to a ruptured disc it can provide significant relief to this area  if you have hyperlordosis of the lower lumbar spine.

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