This is common and should not cause any concern.
Most surgeons recommend waiting at least two to three days after surgery before showering.
you’re free to walk a bit longer and farther each day to help build your strength.
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However, you have to avoid squatting and lifting heavy objects for the first few weeks.
This includes lifting groceries and small children.
This is something you should probably avoid.
When you do begin, start slowly with only a few repetitions, paying close attention to form.
This helps ensure you proceed smartly and safely.
Start with light weights to slowly build strength and tone to the upper body.
Pay attention to form, set reasonable goals, and listen to your body.
If you experience any pain or something doesn’t feel right, ease back.
Do not rush things.
When Can I Exercise After a Tummy Tuck?
Most surgeons will tell you to waitat leastfour weeks before returning to an exercise routine.
Even then, you may be advised to wait longer before doing abdominal workouts or lifting weights.
Speak with your surgeon before starting any exercise plan.
Don’t be embarrassed to speak with your surgeon about when it is safe to have sex again.
And remember that sex is not just about intercourse.
Until you are fully healed, mutual masturbation andoral sexmay provide just as much pleasure.
Too much activity too soon can stretch the incision site and possibly cause it to reopen.
This can lead to prolonged bleeding, swelling, and infection.
Call your doctor if the incision pulls apart.
In addition, your abdominal muscles support your trunk and hold your internal organs in place.
Stressing these muscles prematurely can delay healing and increase the risk of an incisional hernia.
Ask your surgeon how long you gotta stay home after the surgery.
This can vary based on the bang out of tummy tuck you’ve had.
For more extensive procedures, expect to take off work for around four weeks.
It’s generally advised to avoid bathing and swimming for the first month.
Showering is fine, but avoid soaking the incision site or drying the skin vigorously.
Doing so helps the treated area heal evenly and preventsblood clots.
After the first month, you may be given a different compression bandage to wear during active days.
Sleeping Position
Do not sleep on your stomach until you are no longer sore.
You may find that sleeping with pillows under your back and head and/or under your knees may reduce discomfort.
Sleeping in a recliner is also often recommended since it puts less stress on the belly.
Summary
It takes time and rest to properly heal after tummy tuck surgery.
Doing so may interfere with healing and cause scarring.
If an exercise causes pain, ease back to avoid hurting yourself.
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