![]() In all situations, be sure to follow your plastic surgeon‘s advice so that your tummy tuck recovery is as safe as possible. Avoid sun exposure for at least three months to prevent these problems. In general, sun exposure can irritate the sensitive skin around your incisions and can even cause skin discoloration. If you have antibiotics, be sure to finish the whole course. If you receive any medications, take them as directed. ![]() This ensures you’re not putting stress on your stomach muscles when you go. A low-sodium diet can help reduce swelling, and a high-fiber diet will reduce your need to strain during bowel movements. A few diet modifications can make your recovery easier.If your job is more physical, it may be two or three weeks before you can return. If you have a mostly sedentary job with no heavy lifting, you can return to work after a week. ![]() We typically tell patients that they can return to running three weeks after surgery and return to weight-training six weeks after surgery. Heavy exercise can increase the swelling around your incisions, so keep a close eye on them, and limit your activity for a few days if you notice any swelling.
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