What are the restrictions after a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is unique among the group of body contouring procedures, in that it includes tightening the abdominal muscles with stitches. After surgery, this muscle repair must be protected for four to six weeks until it is fully healed. As a result, you will have to avoid any activities that would strain this muscle repair, such as strenuous exercise or lifting more than twenty pounds. Once you have reached the six-week post-op date, you will not have any restrictions. It may seem like a long time but it’s worth it to have a flat tummy for years to come.
