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Thank you for your question. The pulls and tugs can be present for 6-9 months as you heal and return to normal. This is part of the process and we suggest gentle stretching exercises to assist in increasing your range of motion. I hope this helps.
Usually by month tightness is noticeable but not uncomfortable. This should improve with time but ask about it the next time you see your plastic surgeon.
There will be some tightness around the belly button for a few months, but this will gradually lighten with time. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles
The tightness you are describing is relatively normal after a full tummy tuck. It may take some time (2-3 months) for most of that to relax, but it usually will completely resolve. Make sure you keep in touch with your surgeon.
It is normal to still have swelling and tightness at a month post surgery. The tightness and swelling you are feeling could occur for several months. This is part of the healing process.