How long after a tummy tuck and lipo to flanks can I start some physical activities? What type? Sit-ups? Running? Yoga?
Answer: Tummy Tuck Thanks for the question. After 4-6 weeks your surgery area will healed and yes you can doing yoga and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.
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Answer: Tummy Tuck Thanks for the question. After 4-6 weeks your surgery area will healed and yes you can doing yoga and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.
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February 21, 2019
Answer: Post op instructions Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I recommend they wear the surgical garment we provide for the first 3 weeks, 24/7, then an additional 3 weeks at night only. For exercise, I recommend they wait 3 weeks post surgery before resuming any cardio (jogging, seated bike, elliptical), and 6 weeks from resuming any weight lifting, yoga, and vigorous exercises. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon.
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February 21, 2019
Answer: Post op instructions Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I recommend they wear the surgical garment we provide for the first 3 weeks, 24/7, then an additional 3 weeks at night only. For exercise, I recommend they wait 3 weeks post surgery before resuming any cardio (jogging, seated bike, elliptical), and 6 weeks from resuming any weight lifting, yoga, and vigorous exercises. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon.
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November 28, 2018
Answer: Should I wear my compression garment when exercising? Ask your plastic surgeon about garments and the duration of wear, because each plastic surgeon will a different protocol. My patients typically wear the garment as much as possible for six weeks. Should the swelling resolve faster than usual, they will opt for a smaller size garment. I have received no complaints about wearing the garment other than its itchy quality. Wearing a soft t-shirt under it resolves this issue.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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November 28, 2018
Answer: Should I wear my compression garment when exercising? Ask your plastic surgeon about garments and the duration of wear, because each plastic surgeon will a different protocol. My patients typically wear the garment as much as possible for six weeks. Should the swelling resolve faster than usual, they will opt for a smaller size garment. I have received no complaints about wearing the garment other than its itchy quality. Wearing a soft t-shirt under it resolves this issue.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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November 27, 2018
Answer: Should I wear my compression garment when exercising? Thank you for your questions. Every surgeon has a different protocol for recovery from surgery. The fact that you are asking on here and your surgeon did not review that protocol with you tells me that you did not have your procedure by a reputable, board-certified, plastic surgeon. So I suggest you find one in your area who can help you or call your surgeon for instructions.Best of luck!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACSOwner & Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonVIVIFY plastic surgery
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November 27, 2018
Answer: Should I wear my compression garment when exercising? Thank you for your questions. Every surgeon has a different protocol for recovery from surgery. The fact that you are asking on here and your surgeon did not review that protocol with you tells me that you did not have your procedure by a reputable, board-certified, plastic surgeon. So I suggest you find one in your area who can help you or call your surgeon for instructions.Best of luck!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACSOwner & Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonVIVIFY plastic surgery
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November 27, 2018
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear Lori94893,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
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November 27, 2018
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear Lori94893,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
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