Immediately after your liposuction procedure, we will closely monitor you as you recover from general anesthesia. When we determine that you are ready to go home, a loved one or other responsible adult will need to pick you up and stay with you for 24 hours. We provide this person with detailed instructions, both verbally and in writing, on how to care for you. You should spend the first day focused on resting.
The day after surgery, you should feel well enough to get up and walk around. In fact, we encourage you to do so. Short, easy walks will stimulate your circulatory system and aid your recovery. You will experience some discomfort, but likely it will be easily controlled with the prescription medication you will be given. You may also have numbness, swelling, and bruising in the treated area. This is normal.
Most patients return to work about a week after their liposuction procedure. For a few weeks, you will wear a compression garment designed to help your body heal into its desired contours. Although you can resume light activities, you should avoid strenuous activities for at least three weeks. Your results will continue to improve and will be fully evident by 6-9 months following your procedure.