What should I wear after leg liposuction?
After liposuction, you’ll experience swelling at your surgical site. In the initial days following your procedure, your wardrobe should consist of loose clothing, like oversized shirts, sweat pants, pajama bottoms or even a bathrobe.
How long should I wear compression garment after thigh liposuction?
With the open drainage technique (skin incisions/adits are not closed with stitches) for post-liposuction care, an elastic compression garment is typically worn for an average of only 3 to 6 days. With “open-drainage” patients must wear compression garments for 24 hours beyond the time when all drainage has stopped.
What should I do after liposuction on my thighs?
Eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of water and follow a regular exercise routine. You can begin simple walking soon after the procedure and within a few weeks be ready to begin a low-intensity workout routine and build up from there.
Can you wear Spanx instead of compression garment after lipo?
As the edema resolves it is common for patients to switch to a smaller garment that fits. A Spanx-type garment would work fine, rather than ordering one or paying more at your doctor’s office.
How long after lipo can I stop wear compression garments?
Typically, we advise patients to wear compression 24/7 for the first 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the procedure and extent of surgery. It’s okay to take the garment off to bathe or wash it, but the more you wear compression during your initial recovery, the more effective it will be in facilitating the healing process.
Can you walk after thigh lipo?
In the first few days following the treatment, you can expect some soreness in your thighs. You may experience temporary side effects such as bruising, but this will fade within 3 to 5 days after treatment. During your recovery period, you are encouraged to continue light activity, such as walking for 15 to 30 minutes.
Does thigh liposuction get rid of cellulite?
Bottom line: While liposuction can remove unwanted fat very effectively, it’s not recommended for getting rid of cellulite. It can make the dimpling more obvious. Adding a laser treatment to liposuction, however, may help get rid of cellulite.
Why are my legs so swollen after lipo?
Swelling after liposuction surgery is often caused by inflammation and a build-up of lymphatic fluids. Compression garments work by placing pressure on the area of surgery, which forces the body to reabsorb lymphatic fluids so they don’t build up under the skin and cause swelling.
How many massages do you need after lipo?
A general recommendation is to have three to five massage treatments, but some patients may experience benefits from as few as one to two treatments. Your cosmetic surgeon can advise you as to whether lymphatic massage will benefit you following your liposuction or other surgical procedure.