Following surgery, it is important for a patient to follow the comprehensive post-surgical instructions provided to them. Appointments are scheduled at regular intervals where post-operative care is provided and a patient’s recovery is monitored.
Residual local anaesthesia lasts for 18 to 36 hours, therefore discomfort and soreness is generally experience the second day after liposculpture, and improves daily. The more extensive the liposculpture procedure, the more bruising you can expect. Pain and swelling due to inflammation may occur, and increase five to ten days after the procedure.
Quiet rest is recommended immediately after the procedure. Later in the day or evening, you may take a short walk if desired. Slowly increase your activities as tolerated and after one week you should be able to resume normal activities.
Most patients notice that the skin over the liposculpture area can go quite numb, and then over a period of weeks can feel a little strange as the nerves recover. These symptoms are part of the normal healing process following , however patients are advised to contact the practice if they become concerned or require further information.
It is important that you stay mobile to reduce swelling and the risk of developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis).
Liposuction is considered an invasive procedure, therefore Dr Oates generally recommends one to two weeks off of work. This will vary from patient to patient, and will also depend on the level of physicality required in their work.
Avoid exercise for approximately two to three weeks after the procedure.