How might I feel on day 6 after getting Vaser liposuction to treat my back and bra rolls? (Photo)

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Hi all! I have a busy schedule (2 businesses, 2 kids & general life) but I’ve found a window of opportunity to finally have my back & bra roll Vaser I so desperately want. I’d have 5 days clear afterwards (never happens!!) but on day 6 I have already arranged to visit an elderly relative who lives 4 hours away so would be in the car there and back. I can’t reschedule her but I want to seize this opportunity (my clinic has a rare slot). Will I feel dreadful/ will it show/ will I effect results?

Jennifer Reichel, MD · Answer

First, I recommend that you ask the surgeon that will be performing the liposuction. What does he/she think about length of recovery? 
In general, 5 days should be enough time to heal from liposuction of the back/flanks for you to be able to ride in a car for 4 hours. You will likely need to stop once or twice to get out and stretch. 
I tell all of my patients that recovery after liposuction is an ACTIVE process. Most patients can start light exercise after 3 to 4 days. Don't push it, but being active will improve and speed the healing process!

Leyla Arvas, MD · Answer

Hello, the pressure corset you wear after vaser liposuction will reduce your pain sensation. Since the area to be liposuction is small, you can continue your life from the next day. The most important thing here is whether your pain threshold is high or not.

Rohit Seth, MD, MRCS(Ed), PhD · Answer

Thanks for the question and posting an image of the area in question. In terms of the surgery for liposuction and vaser, I think that is the correct option. however, with regards to the time after surgery, at 6 days it would be quite early to be travelling seated for that length of time. 
The problems that may occur are related to discomfort in sitting for that period of time, and also how the fixed position for 4 hours at a time will affect the overall healing of the tissue that has been operated upon. 
You would be wearing a compression garment and what  I would advise is if you can't avoid the journey then make sure you have frequent breaks in the journey to stretch and not remain in a fixed position for too long.

It may be worth having a deep lymphatic tissue massage prior to and following the trip to help ease some of the swelling and inflammation that will build up.

If you can travel with the seat lower down so you can lie rather than being upright, that may be helpful as well.

Most patients that I carry out liposuction and vaser upon are usually fine within a week of surgery but some may still have aching that persists into the second week.

I hope this is of help to you

best wishes

Philip Conrardy, MD · Answer

This procedure is essentially painless with minimal bruising. If any losing weight prior to the procedure will not make any difference on bruising or pain.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

Your treatment will not require excisional surgery and as such you can be treated with only VASER liposuction and Renuvion to target and eliminate your bra rolls. This would require less downtime and would result in minimal healing. Your ability to drive will be determined by how quickly you can get off your pain pills.

The Gold Standard for superior liposuction results requires use of the advanced technology of ultrasound assisted VASER liposuction. As an official trainer of VASER liposuction, I perform full body liposuction cases every week. VASER liposuction has been the only modality that has consistently resulted in outstanding liposuction outcomes. VASER liposuction ensures a smooth contour regardless of degree of excess fat by virtue of being able to remove any and all remaining fat comprehensively and uniformly. If skin redundancy is observed, Renuvion technology can be simultaneously applied to tighten your skin to optimize your overall contour outcome. A Skype or FaceTime consultation with a VASER specialist will help you get an accurate recommendation and pricing.

Respectfully, 
Arian Mowlavi MD, FACS
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Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

It varies a lot from patient to patient. I’ve had some people say they need three weeks off work and nurses who work for me typically take one day off work then go back to regular work duties after major Liposuction procedures.

You can be sore at home or sore visiting your relatives.

At six days most patients can do no impact daily activities though they may be a bit sore especially moving around.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Dear Pop,
Planning for liposuction recovery is very important. With my patients, recovery prior going back to work is two days.
There are no lifting restrictions and activity is encouraged after two days.
Compression garments, under clothing, are worn for a couple of months to ensure the best results in my patients.
Best. DrBrecht 
Seattle, Wa

Randy Dean, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
You may be cutting it quite close. In our practice, we restrict arm elevation in the postoperative period for at least 7-10 days ( to prevent bleeding)...... No lifting, no carrying, and no trunk twisting! An 8 hour drive under these circumstances may be difficult to achieve. Can someone else drive?
Speak with your surgeon before surgery and follow his / her advice.
Best wishes...

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