The compressive garments should be worn as long as you can stand them. Three weeks full time is best and after that part time if you get some swelling. Wear them at night. No problem. The compressive garment will make things look better sooner, but the long term end point will be the same.
Wearing compression garment after Tumescent Liposuction?
How long should you wear compression garments? I am having a lot of swelling if I don't wear one. Its been 19 days since the procedure. What should I do to decrease swelling and water retention?
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A: Fluid retention after liposuction and garment wear
This is not necessarily a bad thing. Compression, if worn properly, will help reduce swelling. Others believe in manual lymphatic drainage. There is great controversy when it comes to compression garment recommendations and no one really has the answer. It really comes down to individual experience. Although... more
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