In postoperative liposuction it is normal to feel pain and it is common for bruising and swelling to occur in the operated area and, although the result is almost immediate, it is after 1 month that the results of this surgery can be observed.
Recovery after liposuction depends on the amount of fat extracted and where it has been sucked in, and the first 48 hours require more care, especially with posture and breathing to avoid complications that require retouching.
- Most of the time.
- The person can return to work.
- If not physically demanding.
- After 15 days of surgery and feel better every day.
- Physiotherapeutic treatment may begin from the 3rd day of lipo with manual lymphatic drainage and posture support.
- And breathing exercises.
- A different technique can be added to the treatment each day.
- Depending on the need and assessment made by the physical therapist.
Pain is the most common symptom after any liposuction surgery and is the result of the stimulus generated by the suction cannulae and the way the tissue was treated during the procedure.
To relieve pain, your doctor may prescribe pain relievers and rest during the first week, however, manual lymphatic drainage may begin to be achieved on the third day of the postoperative period in the untreated area and after about 5 to 7 days, it is now possible to achieve an MLD in the liposuction region.
Manual lymphatic drainage is excellent for decreasing body swelling and phasing out purple spots, being very effective at relieving pain.It can be done daily or on alternate days. Approximately 20 treatment sessions may be performed.See how this is done in: Lymphatic Drainage.
In addition to drinking plenty of water to hydrate the body and facilitate the production of urine that will eliminate excess toxins, it may be appropriate to use endermology to increase lymphatic drainage.3MHz ultrasound can also be used to help improve blood circulation by removing marks.
Within the first 3 days you should see if the liposuction points are dry and if a “cone” forms.If you have any changes you should contact your doctor and see if the dressing needs to be changed.
At home, if the scar is dry and healing, a gentle massage can be done by applying a moisturizing cream or gel with healing properties to perform circular movements, from side to side and from top to bottom.Also be careful the sensitivity of the skin.and if you’re weak or very sensitive, ironing a small piece of cotton in place several times a day can help normalize this feeling.
Some people tend to develop more fibrosis than others.Fibrosis occurs when the tissue under and around the scar hardens or appears trapped, as if it were “sewn” into the muscle.
The best way to avoid the development of this excess tissue is through an in situ massage, ideally this tissue should be treated up to 20 days after liposuction, but if this is not possible, other treatments can be used to eliminate it, such as endermology. and radio frequency for example.
If immediately above or below the scar appears a swollen area, which appears to be a “bag” filled with water, this may indicate a seroma.This can be eliminated by vacuuming the fine needle, performed in the clinic or hospital, and the color of this liquid should be observed since if the liquid is infected it will be cloudy or with a mixture of colors, ideally it should be transparent and uniform, such as urine, another way to completely eliminate this accumulation of fluid is to use radiofrequency performed by the physical therapist.
The postoperative diet should be light, based on broths, soups, salads, fruits, vegetables and lean grilled meats, it is also essential to drink plenty of water to help drain excess liquids, but it is also recommended to eat more foods rich in albumin, such as egg white, to reduce swelling and facilitate healing.
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In addition, it is important to take the pain relievers indicated by your doctor to relieve pain and, if possible, initiate dermato functional physiotherapy 3 days after surgery.The duration of treatment varies depending on the technique used and the needs of each person.but it usually takes between 10 and 20 sessions that can be done daily or on alternate days.