Walking Upstairs After Mommy Makeover (2 Days Post-Op), Is This Possible?

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I'm preparing my home for the weeks after post-op. My two dogs will stay at Doggy Daycare, a cleaner will come every other day, my adult daughter will be staying home, and grocery shopping lists and meds will be ready. First day post-op I'll be staying at an after-care facility. On the second day I'll be heading home. My dilemma is walking a flight of stairs to get to my apartment (second floor). Will I be physically able to do it as long as I walk bent over due to the TT?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes, most patients are able to walk up stairs ( and hopefully stay up there for a while)  after tummy tuck surgery. I would suggest that you have help on each side of you and you take your time with very slow steps.

	Best wishes.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It sounds like you are preparing well for your recovery!  Yes you will be able to go up the stairs to get home after surgery.  You will want to have someone there to help, just in case.  You will need to go slowly and carefully.  Remember to use the handrails. Be sure to discuss any concerns you have with your surgeon.  It's important you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for surgery.

Leonard T. Yu, MD · Answer

Take your time walking up the stairs and have someone next to you at all times on the stairs...you should be ok to do this as long as you don't stumble.

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

You may need some help but you should be able to do a flight of stairs. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

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