After Procedure

Don’t be fooled by the lunch-time lipo headlines associated with this treatment, while is has much faster recovery time and is far less invasive than surgery it is still a minor surgical procedure and will involve some downtime. You may have swelling and bruising and may be quite sore for a couple of days after the procedure. The swelling should subside within five to 10 days however bruising can last for up to three weeks.

You can usually leave straight afterward but you may be a bit drowsy and numb from the anaesthetic so it is a good idea to get someone to drive you home. Your doctor may give you a couple of days’ course of antibiotics to avoid infection. Make sure you take these as directed.

You may also be given a compression garment to wear. This will help with lymphatic drainage and speed up the healing process so wear it for as long as your doctor suggests.

Most people can resume normal activities after a couple of days but you should avoid strenuous activities for a couple of weeks after treatment. You should also avoid firm massaging of the area for a few months after treatment.