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What Am I Allowed to Do Directly After Arm Lift E.g. Cooking, Etc?

asked 7 months ago by jazzlady in Duisburg, 07
Latest answer by Siamak Agha, MD, PhD
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Tags: 2 days post-op, activity, movement

What exactly can one do on second day of OP with arm lift,eg cooking, cutting of vegetables etc? or may I not use the arms for a period of time? and how do I care for the woun ds? tomorrow is my op on arm also laser on face, neck, chest and hands.

5 answers to What Am I Allowed to Do Directly After Arm Lift E.g. Cooking, Etc?

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Post Arm Lift instruction

You should first ask your operating surgeon as each surgeon has different post-operative instructions. Directly after your arm lift you should be resting and have very minimal activity that involves your arms. The first 7 days you will have your bandages on and should be giving your arms the proper time to heal. As far as cooking goes, I would wait about 10-14 days. As far as exercise goes, you should wait about 4-6 weeks post operatively. I have included a link below that may be... more
Siamak Agha, MD, PhD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.drsiamakagha.com

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Activities of daily living after arm lift

You haven't said what kind of arm lift you underwent, ie whether liposuction or brachioplasty. If you are having either plus layering of various areas, you will need to recuperate. Just as with any other operation, you should be taking it easy for the next 7-10 days. Ask your plastic surgeon about the postop regimen. He should also be providing you with postop wound care instructions. Best of luck.
Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Arm Use Following Brachioplasty

Arm motion should be minimal for the first several days after your brachioplasty or arm lift and you definitely should avoid any significant lifting. The more things that you do to minimize swelling, the better result you will see. I have my patients keep their arms wrapped carefully with Ace Wraps for 3-4 weeks to discourage this swelling.
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon
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What Am I Allowed to Do Directly After Arm Lift E.g. Cooking, Etc?

This question should be addressed to the chosen operative surgeon! We do not know which type of brachioplasty you are having, your medical history, etc. Thus we can not advise via the internet. In my patient I request no use for 7 days at least or more. Best of luck.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Arm Lifting Surgery Recovery?

Thank you for the question. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery. Although probably best to address specific questions with your plastic surgeon, in general you will likely be out of commission for most of the activities you have listed for at least 10 days. Your surgeon will advise you regarding the specifics of activity and any wound care that may be necessary. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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