Core exercises after Tummy Tuck?

Many patients are excited about their new abdominal shape and want start doing core exercises such as sit ups.  We understand the excitement.  We also admire the eagerness to keep up your new investment of getting a tummy tuck.  However caution is key in the first few weeks.

How soon after a Tummy Tuck can one do sit ups?

6 weeks in our general answer for sit ups or any other core exercises.  We don’t want patients to do core exercises too early because sutures from the tummy tuck procedure can become disrupted.

More Links regarding Recovery After a Tummy Tuck:

• Recovery after Tummy Tuck in General – pain, driving, etc.
• When can I lift after Tummy Tuck Surgery
• (you are here):  When can I do sit ups after Tummy Tuck Surgery? – these aren’t required.
• When can I go back to work after Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Disclaimer

Please talk to your plastic surgeon in person.  Our limitations is for our patients in Modesto, CA.  However each person is an individual and there are variables in surgery that might affect this recovery time.  More information about Dr. Tammy Wu, Modesto Plastic Surgeon.

Dr. Tammy Wu & Dr. Calvin Lee.
Surgical Artistry, Modesto, CA.
www.SurgeryToday.com
(209) 551-1888