Will constant bending at work ruin the results of my tummy tuck?

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I am 6 wks post op from a mini tuck /lipo of my entire trunk and have been released to work. Until the earlier part of the 6th wk I have been accumulating fluid under the skin that has to be drained with a syringe by my doctor. I work as massage therapist performing 5-6 one hour massages 4 days a week. During these services I am constantly bent at the waist and applying pressure with my upper body. After 2 days back I noticed increased fluid and muscle swelling below my navel.

Maan Kattash, MD, FRCS, FACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Incidence of seroma after a tummy tuck varies from 1-40%. Unfortunately, your occupation may have contributed to this. At this point, you may need to continue with the fluid aspirations by your surgeon and wearing your binder. If you are not self employed, it may help to obtain a letter from your surgeon requesting a lighter duty until this is over.

Will constant bending at work ruin the results of my tummy tuck?

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