Is It Necessary to Sleep with Girdle 3 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck?

January 7, 2012
Asked By:smelly in northwest IN

I am 3 weeks post tummy tuck. My girdle is extremely uncomfortable to sleep in. I take it off halfway through the night, but use the binder. Can this affect my results?

Answers (5)

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November 22, 2013

Answer: If girdle is uncomfortable 3 weeks after tummy tuck usually can be removed.

November 22, 2013

Answer: If girdle is uncomfortable 3 weeks after tummy tuck usually can be removed.

January 10, 2012

Answer: Binder

January 10, 2012

Answer: Binder

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