Dr. Kole insists that you refrain from strenuous activity for at least 6 weeks after undergoing a full abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). Activity restriction means no lifting greater than 10 pounds and no activity that raises your heart rate. After 6 weeks, patients are encouraged to resume normal activities and exercise in a gradual manner.
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