Are compression socks necessary for recovery?

Hello,Thank you for your question. Depending on age, health history and length of time in surgery, blood clots can be a concern.I provide compression stockings worn during surgery and kept on for a few days at home. Compression massage of the legs during surgery is also utilised.Talk to your Plastic Surgeon about your risk factors for clots. They will likely provide the compression you need.All the best

We are always concerned about blood clots in the legs or DVT,Compression stockings or TED hose,  sequential compression pumps during surgery and medication by mouth or injections to thin the blood are important steps in preventing clots.Early ambulation is essentiale

I appreciate your question as it is very important.As someone who sits on the american society of plastic surgeons patient safety committee it is very important to understand about blood clots.I have patients wear compression stockings (which we give you) for 1 week after surgery and have you walking the same day. I also use squeezers on your legs and sometimes a blood thinner if needed.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz