5 Suggestions About Sleeping Position After Tummy Tuck

5 Suggestions About Sleeping Position After Tummy Tuck

We know that you have questions about what position you should take during sleep after tummy tuck surgery.

Although sleeping with an incision scar that varies in length depending on your degree of sagging in the middle of the body, trying to sleep may seem uncomfortable at first, when we look at the comments of those who have had a tummy tuck, we see that they are relieved in an average of 1-2 weeks.

Plastic Surgeon Hakan Demirel MD made statements:

“Sleep position is one of the most sensitive issues of patients in operations that involve both surgeries, which we call tummy tuck, breast augmentation.

Sleep Has Restorative Power

“First of all, I must say that sleep is a kind of deep rest, it has a restorative power and endless contribution to the recovery period.

Unfortunately, edemas, new implants and tight surgical corsets can cause an unusually uncomfortable feeling if breast aesthetics is also performed, which can lead to sleep problems.

First of all, I suggest you to relax spiritually and suggest yourself. This post-tummy tuck process is temporary and is the first step on this path to achieve the body you truly desire.

I would like to give you a few tips about the sleeping position to help you spend your healing process as peaceful and comfortable as possible:

You Can Sleep On The Sofa For The First Few Days

“After both breast augmentation and tummy tuck operations, it is important to keep the upper half of your body elevated, and it will be beneficial to sleep this way.

Keeping your torso up while you sleep will help minimize swelling and fluid buildup in your upper body and abdomen for the first few weeks.

Sleeping in this position will also ease the transition to standing upright by minimizing strain on your upper body muscles and abdomen.

Since almost none of us have beds that we can adjust the position in, if you are comfortable, it may be useful to sleep with a pillow on the sofa to provide this inclination.”

Then Sleep on Your Back

“Sleeping on your back is generally beneficial, I wish we could sleep on our back during normal times, but we often prefer to sleep on our side or face down.

Lying on your back is the sleeping position you should prefer during the recovery period after tummy tuck surgery.

Sleeping on your back prevents undue pressure on your breast or abdominal area, which can cause discomfort or adversely affect your results.

If your usual habit is to sleep on your face or side and you are worried that it might be difficult to sleep on your back, you can try to get used to it by practicing for a few weeks before surgery.

Pillow supports will be helpful to prevent rollovers during deep sleep.”

Don't Take Off Your Garments While You Sleep

“If we consider that we sleep for 7-8 hours on average, being without a garment during the night will increase the edema. For this reason, you need to wear your corsets at night.

Corsets help reduce tension in your edema, incisions and protect the treated areas. Your surgeon will tell you how long you should wear these garments.”

Stay Away From Things That Disrupt Your Sleep

“Sleep is extremely important during the recovery period. For this reason, it is useful to stay away from foods and possible situations that may make it difficult for you to stay asleep.

Caffeine, alcohol, sugar use and a bright environment can keep you awake and get the sleep you need. Try reducing them and instead focus on eating nutrient-rich foods and drinking plenty of water.

Try to sleep in a dark, quiet, cool room.”

Be Active All Day

“We don't recommend doing intense exercise early after a tummy tuck, but that doesn't mean you can stay sedentary.

Short walks throughout the day can improve circulation and help regulate your sleep schedule. Just walking around the house can reduce your chances of blood clots and tire your body so you can sleep more easily.”