The upper abdominal muscles are then also pulled tight and sutured together. Whenever an incision is made into the body, a certain number of nerves that carry sensations to and from the incision site will be severed. It takes time for the body to either re-establish those neural pathways or create new ones. Although the time it takes for neural pathways to be re-established will vary from patient to patient, almost all sensation will usually return within 12 months of surgery.
In general, the area around the belly button may take the longest to re-establish sensation. There are a number of simple at-home remedies that patients can use to help along the neural healing process. Once the incisions are completely healed over, and any remaining sutures and drains have been removed, gently massage the areas of the abdomen that feel numb.
A variety of different textures, such as a wash cloth, towel, or cotton sheet, gently rubbed across the numb areas will also help stimulate neural regeneration. Sensation changes right after surgery are very common.
The areas will return to normal sensation in months. We recommend that you begin this type of treatment once the scar has fully healed, which is typically around 2 weeks after surgery.
You may purchase Mederma at any pharmacy and silicone scar sheeting is available for purchase at our office or online. Scar treatment remedies are best used for weeks after surgery. All of your sutures are internal and will dissolve on their own over months. Like any surgical procedure, there is a general time frame, but individual recoveries are based on a variety of factors, including the following: Age General health Type of tummy tuck Post-surgery care After the procedure is complete, your surgeon will discuss a more specific timeline for your recovery, but generally speaking, most patients begin feeling more normal around the eight-week mark.
Why the type of tuck matters There are several types of tummy tucks that can be performed. What to expect during tummy tuck recovery The most important thing to remember during this process is that you should follow your surgeon's instructions closely. Immediately after surgery Directly following a tummy tuck, your abdomen will be covered with surgical dressing. When you're home It's important to line up help for at least the first day or two that you're home following surgery.
Daily maintenance Your doctor will teach you how to properly care for your incision and drainage tubes for the duration of your recovery. Resuming normal life If you have young children, you will want to enlist help to assist with childcare, as squatting or picking up children or heavy objects for that matter for the first few weeks is strongly advised against. Long-term effects Some people experience numbness or a pulling sensation for weeks or months after a tummy tuck, but this is typically normal and often fades with time.
Recovery is a process Working closely with your plastic surgeon and surgery team to understand and prepare for post-surgery life can help make your recovery seamless. More Like This. Updates, advice and lifestyle tips from the ASPS delivered directly to your email inbox. Join Connect. Related Posts. Three contouring options for your post-quarantine body Tackling common tummy tuck myths What type of tummy tuck is right for you?
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Patients must simply wait out the recovery period until the numbing and tingling sensations go away on their own. Fortunately, in the vast majority of case, the numbness and tingling is not too bothersome. In addition, for most patients, feeling returns to the area around the incision site within a few weeks of surgery. To schedule a plastic surgery consultation and find out which procedure is right for you, contact Crawford Plastic Surgery. Skip to main content. Home About Procedures Gallery Contact.
Crawford Dr. Numbness and Tingling after Plastic Surgery April 08, Symptoms The most standard sensation is either no sensation at all though the patient may feel the weight of the skin, he or she may not be able to feel the skin itself , or a pricking or tingling sensation.
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