Safe to Use Stairs Two Days After Tummy Tuck?

You can walk up stairs the day after a tummy tuck, be careful, you may need some assistance to do so at first. You should also be flexed at the waist a bit to take some of the tension off your abdominal wall. Walking in general is encouraged after a tummy tuck as it will help prevent the formation of blood clots in your legs.

Consult with your plastic surgeon if you have any questions about your activity level.

Best wishes,

Dr.Bruno

Walking is a great way to prevent blot clots and feel free to walks as much as possible. Two days after a tummy tuck you will likely still be on narcotic pain meds. Go slow up the stairs....if you are unsteady or have increased pain then do not climb stairs. In a few weeks you can almost do anything you like. Do not risk a complication.