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I assume you want to use the EMS as a strength training tool for athletic purposes to prevent or retard atrophy of muscles during your lipo recovery. Just as you should not perform strenuous exercises for 6 weeks in cases of uncomplicated healing or until instructed by your PS, I would postpone the use of EMS until your PS approves. Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
It's essential to consult with your surgeon or a medical professional for personalized advice. In many cases, after liposuction, you should wait several weeks to months before using EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) devices on the treated areas. This allows for proper healing and reduces the risk of complications. Your surgeon can provide specific guidance based on your individual recovery progress and medical history.
Thanks for writing,As a general rule it take our bodies 6 weeks to heal. I would discuss this with your plastic surgeon because this will depend on the areas treated. Good luckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACSCertified:American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryMember: American Society of Plastic SurgeonsMember: RealSelf Hall of Fame
Pain is usually caused by severed nerves during surgery and is not uncommon post op. It is usually temporary and should resolve on its own as you heal. However, some nerves tend to become hypersensitive and cause discomfort to the patient. If the pain is intolerable and disturbs your sleep, it...
It's not clear exactly what caused your skin injury. It is possible that this was a pressure sore from an exceedingly tight compression garment. If so the injury is an ischemic injury not a burn. If the pressure on the skin is enough to block the blood flow through capillaries then the skin w...
Lumps can be decreased by liposuction or fat grafting, or a combination of both. Revision surgery will most likely improve the results of your previous surgery. The best course of action would be to schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person examination and a...
