1 yr ago i had lipo of inner/outer thighs & knees. I can see a change in outer thighs and overall legs are slightly smaller but they still look like tree trunks. I would like to have more lipo on knees & possibly calves and ankles in hopes of creating more shapely legs. I'm 5' 132# but have very muscular legs. I'm wondering if first doctor wasn't as aggressive as could been or if lipo really can't give me the look I was hoping for. Also I've read lipo in calves/ankles is very painful. Thoughts?
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It is not unusual to have significant bruising and/or swelling following a liposuction. It may take 3 to 6 weeks or more for everything to settle. Wearing your compression garment and massage can help speed the process. Check with your surgeon, if you are truly having a muscle...
Laser lipo machines made in the US are generally expensive and not available for home use. They need to be FDA approved and buying one for home use does not make sense from a safety perspective. You would be at risk for burns, lidocaine toxicity, etc.I would strongly recommend against a DIY...
I see no benefit and see potential harm, so my vote is no.Never apply external heat after surgery!After liposuction, your skin may be numb for quite a while from both medications used during surgery and from temporary (mild) nerve damage. Blood vessels also become erratic and can...
