Sleeping on my side after fully Tummy tuck?

I allow my tummy tuck patients to sleep on their side whenever they wish to, and I haven't encountered any problems. I do recommend to my patients that if they sleep on their side soon after their tummy tuck, that they sleep curled up in the "fetal position" to take tension off of their abdominal incision. At three weeks you may definitely sleep in whatever position is most comfortable for you. Thanks for sharing!

You will need to check with your plastic surgeon's care team for clearance to sleep on your side.  I understand that it has been three weeks since your full tummy tuck, and while your healing may be progressing well on the skin's surface, you are in fact still healing on the inside.  Please make sure that you communicate all of your questions directly to your surgeon's office and be sure to follow their instructions so that you heal well with no complications.

Hello, thank you for your question. Every PS has their own protocol they ask their patients to follow during their post op period. So I recommend you speak with your PS and follow his/her post op plan. Best wishes!#Sleepingposition  #postopTT  #3weeks

Since every surgeon has his or her own unique post op protocol, your surgeon is best equipped to answer this. I typically ask my patients to sleep in their backs for the first two weeks and then however is most comfortable. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Hello Thank you for your question. I usually suggest sleeping on your back for two weeks post tummy tuck. Also with your legs slightly bent. However, it is best to discuss these concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon. Best regards

I always tell my patients it is best to sleep on your back for at least 6 weeks after a tummy tuck. Anything prior to the 6 week mark, can increase the risk of your incision opening up. Talk with your plastic surgeon for their recommendations. 

Hi!Congrats! on your tummy tuck and hoping for a speedy recovery!By the post-operative period you have, you should already be able to sleep on your side. However, it's best to consult your plastic surgeon since he knows your particular case better than anyone else.

Congratulations on your surgery! At three weeks post op you should be able to sleep on your side, but it is always best to first check with your surgeon. He/She is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.

I would recommend you sleep on your back for 2 weeks and then you can sleep on either left side or right side. When sleeping on your side try to use the "fetal position" with knees up to reduce the stress on your incision.Double check with your plastic surgeon to make certain!Best,Dr. Chopra

I recommend sleeping on the back for 6 weeks after surgery. You should however, follow your surgeon's recommendations regarding proper positioning. regards,Dr. Ravi Somayazula