How strong is the tummy tuck muscle repair 2 months post op?

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Can doing sit ups or crunches damage or stretch muscle repair 2 months post op?

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thanks for your question. At 2 months post-operation, you should be fine to do abdominal exercises but be sure to listen to your body. A small amount of discomfort is normal, but any degree more than that you should be cautious. Always communicate with your surgeon for his/her post-operative protocol.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Anita Patel, MD, FACS · Answer

You should ask your surgeon for his or her specific instructions for you, but in general I instruct my patients they may begin sit-ups and crunches 6 weeks after surgery, and to ease into their former level of activity. If patients notice pain when starting, I instruct them to back off a bit and take it slowly. At 8 weeks the repair is pretty strong. There are different techniques of repair, so you want to ask your actual surgeon this question as well just to be safe.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

In my own practice I permit patients to begin exercises that target the abdominal wall at six weeks increasing to full activity at three months. The repair at eight weeks is extremely strong and would be almost impossible to disrupt by physical activity.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Always speak with your operative surgeon as they are best able to tell you about any physical restrictions during the postoperative healing phase.  In most cases, at 8 weeks following repair, you should be able to start resuming your prior activity level.  One excellent clinical sign is if a particular exercise is causing you pain, it is not yet time to attempt it.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

Most patients are able to return to all normal physical activity by 6 weeks post op.  This varies from patient to patient and the amount of healing.  Please consult with your plastic surgeon for specific advice.

Bruce Ferris, MD (retired) · Answer

After two months the repair should be able to withstand any exercise. There may be some discomfort with exercise but it should not cause any damage to the repair.

How strong is the tummy tuck muscle repair 2 months post op?

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