 Post Operative Care for Tummy Tucks include;
- A visit to the rooms one week after discharge
- Dressing change every 3-4 days. Clean with Betadine liquid and replace strip of Hypafix. If umbilicus is moist / red, for daily dressings
- After 2 weeks apply Bio oil or Vitamin E oil or Rosehip oil at night. Leave Hypafix off until morning and replace
- Tape wound for approximately 1 month
- Corset to be worn 3 weeks-1 month. After first week, can be removed at night
- Umbilicus may be pierced - when completely healed
- Exercise:
| 1st week |
rest mostly |
| 2nd-3rd week |
walking |
| 6 weeks |
gym |
Exercise such as walking, small weights and abdominals will maintain the contour at 2 years.
Additional advantages have also been noted by my patients:
- eating smaller meals as stomach distention uncomfortable due to tightening the “strap” muscles
- backache improved
- bladder control markedly improved
- improved self esteem and confidence
- clothes buying easier and more enjoyable!
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