Is liposuction recovery very painful, and how many days of rest are usually needed?
2 days ago
I’m worried about pain and discomfort after liposuction. How painful is the procedure and the recovery period? How long will I need to stay off work, and how soon can I resume normal daily activities and exercise routines?
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After liposuction, patients can expect mild to moderate pain, swelling, and bruising in the treated areas for the first few days. Pain is usually manageable with prescribed medications. Most people can resume light daily activities within 2–3 days, but strenuous exercise and gym workouts are generally recommended after 3–4 weeks.
Depending on the type of work, many can return to office jobs within 1 week, while physically demanding work may require 3–4 weeks of recovery. Wearing compression garments as advised by your surgeon helps reduce swelling and supports healing.
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