Tummy tuck is a one of the major body surgeries. It tightens the skin of abdomen. Flabs of fat on tummy cannot be just treated with liposuction and exercise; even in that case it leaves back the mark. Fat can be removed or reduced, but not the excess of skin. Tummy tuck is a straight forward procedure to cut out the excess of fat and skin; giving a smooth and flat tummy. It is for both men and women. It is for people who have tried all possible means to reduce weight but didnt travel far or who are left with loose skin as a sign to their earlier contour.
Swelling, bruising and stitches require time to heal, and there is no shortcut to it. Guidelines should be followed religiously to avoid complications. The exercise plan is designed by keeping in mind certain factors like age, sex, clinical background, immunity, healing capacity, etc. It also depends on the type of surgery performed; mini tummy tuck, tummy tuck, tummy tuck combined with liposuction or
tummy tuck
as a part of mommy makeover.
Doctors suggest patients to walk for short distances, around their house for circulation for instance, this should be followed for two to three weeks.
Low impact aerobics should be practiced along with recumbent bike, upright bike and incline walking in the fourth-sixth week after surgery.
In the sixth-eight week, post surgery, full aerobics should be a part of your exercise regime along with cardio, treadmill, stair stepper, etc.
After a year, body will be able to bear high intensity activities, weights, strengthening and all types of resistance exercise.
Still, healing time, bodys capacity and resistance differs with every individual; hence the exercise the exercise program. Apart from exercise, proper diet plan should be followed. Spicy and salty food should be avoided for couple of weeks to avoid complications. Nutritious and healthy meal should be followed with medication. Habits like smoking and consumption of alcohol should be strictly avoided, as it can severely cause damage to the recovering body. It can also hinder the recovery process.