Liposuction
Recovery
Compression
Garments
These
garments are made from tight cloth and are meant to reduce swelling on areas
that have just had surgery. Constant pressure helps swelling to go down as it
aids your skin in healing. While compressions garments can be uncomfortable,
they’re very effective and often doctor recommended.
Diet
& Medicine
Until
the swelling goes down, avoid drinking alcohol, eating spicy foods and having a
lot of salt in your diet. All of these things can contribute to bloating, which
will mean you’ll stay swollen for longer. Basic, over-the-count
anti-inflammatory medicines, like Advil, will help reduce swelling, too but be
careful not to take them too soon after surgery.
Lymphatic
Drain Massage
Some
massage therapists specialize in Spalding Drive Plastic Surgery,
which helps to speed up recovery time and reduce swelling. This type of massage
can help with both swelling and bruising. Often, lymphatic fluids are what
contribute to the dark color of bruises. However, massage isn’t recommended for
every liposuction patient. Ask your doctor if this is a good option for you.
Otherwise, you could end up doing more damage than good.
Creams
for Bruises
Some
body lotions boast being able to reduce bruising. These products work for some
people while they’re ineffective for others. It’s still worth a try, though, in
case you end up with a positive effect. These lotions can be found in most
health food stores.
Time
& Patience!
Other
than that, bruises will usually go away on their own after just a couple of
weeks. Waiting is often the only way to get rid of bruising. Whatever tactics
you do employ, it’s important to steer clear of a few “cures.” First of all,
never apply ice or a heating product to the area where you’ve had liposuction.
It’s also important to keep the surgery area dry and avoid bathing and swimming
until the incisions are well into healing (about two weeks). Lastly, never try
to clean your wounds using hydrogen peroxide.
