Do You Need an Ab board after the Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is a cosmetic procedure for removing excessive skin and fat from the belly area to get a flat stomach. Most people get a tummy tuck procedure to tighten the abdominal wall muscles after weight loss or pregnancy. After the tummy tuck procedure how you take care matters the most. Proper post-operative care ensures the best result from the surgery giving the desired outlook to your body. Most doctors recommend ab board under compression garments to support your abdomen after a tummy tuck procedure.
This article will discuss whether do you need an ab board after a tummy tuck and its benefits and risks.
What is an Abdominal Board/Tabla abdominal?
An abdominal board is a firm flat board placed against the stomach under a compression garment to support your abdomen while healing and reducing the risk of swelling and bruising.
Foam Boards
Foam boards are soft but firm and provide gentle support to your abdomen. These are lightweight and very comfortable to wear, you can wear them all day even at work under your compression garments. These foam boards evenly distribute pressure across your abdomen and aid in healing.
