How long after BodyTite in the arms can I lift my toddler?

Thank you for your question! Bodytite is considered minimally invasive. If you tolerate the procedure well, have minimal bruising and pain, you should be able to lift your toddler in 2-4 days. If you have significant swelling and pain, I might take longer. It is important to remember you will need to wear a compression garment for 48 hours after your procedure without taking it off to help reduce swelling and help with healing. After the initial 48 hours, you will need to wear the compression garment for 2-4 weeks for 12 hours a day. I also recommend massage to further assist you in your healing. It is important to think about all aspects of the procedure to determine if it is right for you. Good luck!

Bruising and swelling can occur after BodyTite and will usually resolve in a few weeks. Typically, you can return to sedentary activities within two to three days; full activity with exercise, within two to three weeks.

Hi. After bodytite of arms, I’ll have my patients wear compression garment for 4-8 weeks. So that may not be comfortable. But there are no restrictions in terms of activities. You may be slightly sore the first day or two. But you can still pick up your toddler. I tell my patients to be as active as they can to allow proper drainage into the lymphatics. Sitting around is not good for speedy recovery. But if I were you, I’d milk the help!! Have your partner help out as much as possible!! Not because you have surgery, but just because he’s the father..lol. Just know, you will be fine and will be able to do pretty much Everything with some soreness which can be managed with pain meds if needed. Good luck.