After full abdominoplasty surgery in Manchester, full recovery will take around 6 weeks. After the procedure, your tummy tuck surgeon will advise that you mobilise as soon as possible after the anaesthetic has worn off. It is normal to feel discomfort, but you will usually be able to go home the next day and will be asked to keep the wound dry for a week. You will be asked to visit your abdominoplasty surgeon to make sure that you are recovering as you should be. For 4-6 weeks after surgery, you will only be able to do light exercise such as walking. After this, once approved by your tummy tuck surgeon, you will be able to resume normal exercise at around the 6 week period. Massaging the scar once fully healed is advised to minimise scarring.