How long do you have to wear a compression garment after Lipo?

Thanks for your question. The Short answer is 6-8 weeks for my patients. However depending on how much post op swelling they get that time might change. I have had patients in formal compression garments for up to 12 weeks. But most are stepping down to yoga pants or biker shorts by 6 weeks. These garments tend to be more comfortable and less likely to lease crease in the skin. 

I recommend patients wear the lipo garments for 1-2 weeks 24 hrs a day then  on during the day and off at night for the 3rd -8th week.

It takes weeks to see the results of liposuction and swelling can last for months. Massage, RF treatments, Venus Legacy and hyperbaric oxygen will drastically reduce swelling. In my practice, I have patients use double compression (foam underneath and full body suit on top), 24/7 for 3-4 weeks and then nightly for another 3-4 weeks. Protocol and post-operative care will vary, I suggest speaking to your physician for his or her post-operative protocol.

Hi, I recommend wearing a compression garment for 6 weeks. It should be worn 24 hours a day (except for showering) for the first four weeks, and just during the day in the fifth and sixth weeks. Wearing a compression garment will provide comfort, even skin draping, and also prevents formation of a seroma (fluid accumulation).

We like our patients to wear it for 6 weeks post surgery day and night. It can't hurt to wear it for longer but too short isn't ideal.