I am 24 days PO after a TT, Lipo to the flanks and abdomen and a muscle repair. How do I reduce swelling after the drains have been removed (one week ago now)? How much rest is enough? How will I know if I have a seroma? Are there any supplements recommended? Thanks so much!
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Often the pain after tummy tucks, especially several months out, is from the rectus (Six-Pack) muscle repair/approximation. The two type of physical therapy I refer my patients to include: (1) Traditional Physical Therapy which includes muscle electro-stimulation, needling, massage,...
Having a seroma that far out of surgery is not unheard of and is more common if there is a foreign body such as a mesh there. It is important that that fluid be sent off for any abnormalities such as infection and/or abnormal cells (At least in my opinion).