Important tricks that will speed your Liposuction Recovery

 

Liposuction with the help of modern suction techniques removes all the unnecessary and stubborn fats from different areas of the body like the abdomen, neck, inner & outer thighs, legs, arms, face, shoulders and hips. Maximum 3-4 areas can be covered in one go of surgery. Various kinds of Liposuction techniques are there like

• Power Assisted Liposuction
• Laser Assisted Liposuction
• Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction
• Tumescent Liposuction

This surgery can not be considered as a weight loss method as it only removes excess fat and you need to maintain your body even after the surgery to have long lasting results. To get this procedure done, you must be in a healthy physical condition, have realistic expectations and be 30% of your ideal weight.

Tips To Speed Up Your Liposuction Recovery

Most of the credit of results of the surgery go to our surgeon who performs the surgery with their best efforts and skills. But you must keep in mind that post surgery care also plays a significant role in speeding up your recovery and results.
Here are some simple and worthwhile tips for your to follow after the surgery for best recovery from Liposuction:-

1. Start Morning/ Evening Walks
Walking daily improves your blood circulation which is very essential to have as there are high chances of blood clotting after the surgery. Do not try running or walking too fast for the first three weeks.

2. Keep Yourself Away From Smoking or Drinking
As we all know that smoking and drinking is injurious to health, in the same way they can affect the recovery of your body after Liposuction. You are strictly advised not to smoke or drink during the recovery period of the surgery.

3. Drink Plenty of Water & Have Enough Rest
Keep yourself hydrated throughout the recovery to get rid of all the intoxicants from the body easily. It also helps the body to get rid of constipation and dehydration issues during recovery. Water makes your skin and body clear.
Rest is the basic need of the body after surgery. You must make your body rest as much as you can. You should sleep at least for 8 hours per day for good recovery. Sleeping is the best time for the body to recover.

4. Wear Compression Garments
To make your body comfortable and protected, you must wear compression garments suggested by your surgeon. It helps in stopping fluid accumulation, swelling and fastens the recovery. Make sure the compression garment you are wearing is not too tight to provide discomfort.

5. Get Medicines On time
First few days after the surgery can be painful, to overcome that you must have your prescribed pain medications. Other medicines for better recovery of the body must be taken in time to give proper effects.

6. Follow A Balanced Diet
For proper functioning of the body, you must eat right. You can add food which has enough proteins, iron and nutrients. Avoid having too spicy, unhealthy food. Take sugar or salt in your food in the right amount. You can take advice from your surgeon in case of any doubt.

7. Follow Surgical Instructions
There are some minor things you should keep in mind during the recovery period :-
Avoid water in the treated area
Take leave from work for at least one or two weeks
Do not go to gym for at least three to four weeks after procedure
Avoid inflammable medicines

8. See Your Surgeon Frequently
To have a track on your recovery, and improving certain mistakes, you must visit your surgeon on every appointment. This will help you know if you are doing anything wrong. Surgeons will keep you updated and informed in this way.

9. Maintain Hygiene
You should maintain hygiene in your body by cleaning your incisions to prevent any kind of infection or complication. If you see your bandages or dressing even a little bit wet, kindly change that right at that time.

10. Put On Relaxed Clothing
Tight clothes should be avoided as they can make you uncomfortable with all that stitches, swelling and bruising in your body. Wear loose and comfortable clothes to keep yourself relaxed and calm. Even if you are wearing a compression garment, make sure it is fit enough to comfort you.

11. Observe Your Body
Day to day reading of your body changes is important to keep record of your recovery, For that you can take your daily pictures to observe the changes. If your body is reacting bad to any medicines or any practice you are opting, then immediately see the surgeon.

12. Massage Of The Lymphatic System
Having Lymphatic massage once a week, can be very helpful for the speedy recovery of the body. It reduces the risk of infection and various complications that can happen during the recovery period.

Surgical procedure fulfils the intention of change in your body that you desire but the process does not end here. Your recovery holds a great responsibility in your final results. So do not neglect your recovery period thinking things will turn out to be perfect on their own. Your body needs great care and precautions that must be followed diligently to achieve the goal you want. Take note of all these tips and apply it to maximise your results. If you want to speak to an expert directly then book an appointment with our surgeons in your city and discuss your issues thoroughly.