Question:
Can I use a tanning bed after WLS?

How long after open rny will I need to let the incision heal to get in the tanning bed?    — robin C. (posted on January 18, 2001)

January 18, 2001
As soon as your comfortable enough to be able to turn on the bed comfortably without your binder on. You still may have to roll out on all fours and help yourself stand up with a nearby chair. Go for it.
   — [Anonymous]

January 19, 2001
Just my opinion here, but you may want to reconsider the use of the tanning bed. As you lose weight, your skin will become saggy. TANNED skin is much less resilient and less likely to "snap back" for you. Sagging skin is almost impossible to avoid completely; but give yourself every chance you can to keep your skin hydrated and ready for your new shape!
   — BethVBG

September 14, 2002
My doc warned me not to use a tanning bed for several months (6 I think), because the scar tissue is so fresh it can easily burn, and leave a dark mark (kind of the opposite of a light colored strech mark)
   — Candy J.