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Bowling is a sport that requires use of the abdominal muscles. In my practice I asked patients to avoid activity that directly targets those muscles for three months. I would point out that I'm referring my practice so you should follow the restrictions of your surgeon.
I usually tell my patients that they can resume more rigorous exercises, such as bowling, in about 2-3 months after a full abdominoplasty. Please note that every patient is different and it may take some individuals a little longer to get back to their usual routine.
In general you should be able to return to full physical activities by 6 weeks after an abdominoplasty surgery. Your body will let you know if you are ready for this type of physical activity.
I usually ask my patients to refrain from exercise for at least 6-8 weeks following surgeries. Tummy Tuck usually requires this as a minimum even for those who have been active in sports, athletics or exercise prior to the surgery. Most patients find solice in the fact that the outcome will be well worth the brief lapse in their routines. Your surgeon can monitor your recovery and advise when you are ready to return to full activities and sports.
I'm not exactly sure what this athletic creams supposed to do. I doubt that it doesn't harm. Nevertheless, as a courtesy to your plastic surgeon you should check with him or her before use.
The scars and results of the tummy tuck would not be as good as a traditional tummy tuck. It would also probably detract from your breast augmentation results. A tummy tuck is still the best option for abdominal skin laxity. All the best.
Care credit can be used with another surgeon. Call the company and discuss the circumstances with them. All the best.
This is a very uncommon finding after a tummy tuck. It may be sutures working their way out. There may be other issues. Discuss with your surgeon and schedule and apointment to be re-examined. All the best.
It's far too early to see your final result, and things may change significantly. That said, some people get this appearance after tummy tuck because they have excess skin from side to side (think about pinching from the sides of your waist toward your navel). The traditional tummy tuck mostly...
Umbilical design, incisions, and reconstruction is an area of intense concern to many plastic surgeons, and much has been written in our peer-reviewed literature regarding this topic. Many good designs and innovations have made this area one that can yield great results in most patients. The...
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