I am being closely monitored by my amazing surgeon, but I would appreciate some additional advice on what I should be doing in terms of movement to help this close faster. My surgeon says to do whatever I feel comfortable with pain wise but I am now 2 weeks post op so pain is minimal and I am aware getting on and off of chairs is pulling at the incision. The current protocol is shower twice a day using an anti microbial wash, covering the open area with Vaseline and covering with sterile swab.
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Answer: Gentle Movement and Proper Wound Care Are Key to Healing Open Incision After Thigh Lift
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