Calf/ankle lipo recovery? Have the procedure done in November and back to normal by May?

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Hi I'm looking at getting calf/ankle lipo and in my understanding that recovery is much longer. I'm due to have this done in November however, i have a wedding in May. I already wear compression socks daily but do you think I will be somewhat back to normal by may or will I still have to wear socks 24/7?

John A. Perrotti, MD · Answer

For my calf/ankle lipo patients they usually wear the compression socks for about 3 weeks, then can go to a secondary type garment.  It is between you and your doctor to decide how long to wear the compression garments, based on your recovery progress.  However, with my patients, at 6 months you may still have some swelling, but do not have to wear the garments.

Calf/ankle lipo recovery? Have the procedure done in November and back to normal by May?

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