Looking Like Myself Again

After a tummy tuck procedure, you'll want to do all that you can to make the recovery process go as smoothly as possible. Your cosmetic surgeon will often advise you to avoid standing in a completely upright manner in the days after the procedure, as this can cause some discomfort along your incision. Instead, bending forward to even a slight degree can prevent this pain and allow you to be as comfortable as possible while you recover. You might find that remembering to use this posture can be a challenge — but you'll quickly remember to bend forward should you stand up straight and experience a quick onset of discomfort. Here are some tips for maintaining this position.

Grab Things Around You

One way that you can remember to bend forward to a slight degree is to make an effort to hold onto things that are in front or beside of you. This idea might seem a little odd at first, but it's an effective way to maintain a proper posture. For example, if you're standing next to the bathroom counter, lean forward a little and hold the front edge of it. If you're using the stairs in your home, holding onto the railing with one hand will remind you to bend your upper body forward a little. 

Use A Shower Railing

If your shower is equipped with a railing, you'll want to hold onto it as a reminder to lean forward a little. You may frequently take showers without ever touching the railing, but you'll definitely want to get into this habit in the days that follow your tummy tuck. If you don't have railings or handles in your shower, you might wish to invest in some before your procedure. You don't necessarily have to install permanent handles. Instead, you can buy those that adhere to the walls with high-strength suction cups.

Consider A Cane

You might also wish to try walking with a cane as a way of remembering to bend forward a little. If you're feeling self-conscious about the idea of doing so in public, remember two things: You're probably not going to be out in public much in the days that follow your procedure, and if this device is what you need to remember to lean forward to avoid pain, it's worth it. Be sure to talk at length about other recovery ideas with your cosmetic surgeon.