Well, of course, it depends on the areas of your body that were treated and the amount of fat that was removed. However, this is typically an outpatient procedure and most of our patients return to work and normal responsibilities within a few days. Although we might recommend you wait to return to your regular workout routine for another 2-4 weeks. (Sorry no kickboxing immediately after this surgery.)
It’s also important to keep in mind as with most cosmetic procedures, it’s normal to experience things like swelling and bruising. Like any surgery, Dr. Larsen will send you home with post-op care instructions. Your instructions will vary based on your specific procedure but may include things like instructions to wear compression garments to reduce swelling. As always following doctor’s orders will lead to the fastest and most comfortable recovery.
One thing to note about this particular procedure is that as your body is healing, so it’s normal to experience some contour irregularities. This is a normal part of the healing process so no need to panic. Simply rest and relax and as your body heals the swelling will subside and your new slimmer curves will appear.