A tummy tuck, which is also known as abdominoplasty, is a surgical technique that involves tightening the muscles of the abdomen while simultaneously getting rid of excess skin and fat, giving the abdomen a flat, toned look. Tummy tucks are popular among women who have recently given birth, and are looking to quickly restore their figures. While patients commonly request this procedure due to its cosmetic advantages, there are a number of other health benefits which are associated with it.
It Can Reduce Urinary Incontinence
After some women give birth, they may get SUI, or Stress Urinary Incontinence. This is a condition which involves difficulty controlling the leakage of urine, which is triggered by coughing, sneezing or laughing. While it can usually be treated without surgery, a number of studies have indicated that there is a link between getting a tummy tuck and the elimination of SUI. This is likely because abdominoplasty creates a small obstruction in the bladder through the usage of tissue near the pelvis, which alleviates the condition.
Improved Posture and Tone
When a woman has lost a great deal of weight, or has given birth multiple times, the muscles of her stomach may get distended, and even if she exercises or follows a good diet, it may not be sufficient. In this situation, getting a tummy tuck will actually tighten the muscles surgically, while also getting rid of the unneeded fat or skin. An additional benefit is the improvement of the woman’s posture.
Abdominal muscles which are weak often lead to lordosis, which is also known as sway back. Once a woman has had a tummy tuck, she may find that her posture has improved greatly, reducing the effects or lordosis. This improved posture in turn can relieve various forms of back pain.
It Corrects Ventral Hernia
A ventral hernia is a condition where the intestine or the tissues of the abdomen break into the abdominal walls, creating a pocket. There are a number of things that can cause this, from rapid weight loss to certain surgeries such as C-sections. Abdominoplasty can be used to correct the hernia by strengthening the walls of the abdomen while preventing the problem from reoccurring.
The Benefits and Risks of this Procedure
The tummy tuck is one of the most well-known plastic surgeries, even to those who have never undergone the operation. As a consequence, many assume that this procedure is simple or easy. In reality, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Abdominoplasty is a major procedure, which must be performed in an operating room for a period of from one to five hours, during which the patient will be under anesthesia.
Because the average tummy tuck will remove as much as ten pounds of fat, it could take many weeks just to recover, and as with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved with undertaking it. However, when performed correctly by leading surgeons such as Dr. Robert S. Fischer, the tummy tuck can be an excellent operation that delivers many health benefits beyond merely a more attractive appearance.
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