Compression Garment during exercise after lipo?

Question

I recently had "secondary" Lipo. The procedure went well, and I've been cleared to exercise. The only thing I hate is that my compression garment makes me very winded during my workout, despite me having a burst energy. For ex: I can run 4mi a day without a garment on, but only 3mi with it. It annoys me how draining it makes me feel. Should I just stick out the next 4 out of 6 weeks required, or is it ok to workout without it for 1.5hrs, shower, then put it back on?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I only have my patients wear these 24/7 for the first 7-10 days then they do spanx.  The swelling goes down faster with them but doesnt change the ultimate outcome.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry. I recommend you discuss your question with your plastic surgeon.  Having your compression garment off for an hour or two should not affect the final result.

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

If after you exercise you do not have new swelling there is no reason why you couldn't exercise without the garment.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

There is no evidence that compressive garments of any benefit on the final outcome of liposuction even though most of us ask our patients to use them. I personally would not have a problem with you not using the garment during exercise but this is a question that should be answered by your surgeon.

Scott E. Kasden, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi jhurt200First, I always encourage you and every patient to follow the instructions of your doctor.  He gives you his sage advice to ensure your best outcome while minimizing risk of complications.Specifically with regard to liposuction, and especially secondary liposuction, compression is needed until your doctor determines it is no longer needed.  The reason is that the compression minimizes the risk of fluid collections which could be a disaster, it reduces the swelling, and actually, may make you feel more comfortable.You indicated the procedure went well and I will assume that you are happy with outcome.  You may choose to do what you want, but at this point, the results will depend on your choices.Congratulations on your successful operation.sek

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Perhaps the use of pressure garments has more difference of opinion than anything else in cosmetic surgery.My standard protocol is quite liberal.Wear the binder for 24 hours a day for the first two days, but it's okay to take it off to shower. After that, I ask my patients to wear the garment 12 hours on, 12 hours off for the next two weeks.We do more liposuction than anyone in the area and have generally some of the highest patient satisfaction, excellent results and few, if any, complications.This has been my regimen for the last 2,000 liposuction procedures.Still, the correct answer for any surgeon on RealSelf to give is to follow your surgeon's instructions.Keep up the good work.Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.

Compression Garment during exercise after lipo?

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