It Hurts to Run 2 Months After Lipo on my Stomach ... Is This Normal?

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I try to run 2 months after lipo and it hurts my flanks and hips to jog ... Is this normal?

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

As you are healing from liposuction, it is not unusual to go through a recovery process.  At 6 to 8 weeks after surgery, the collage under your skin is rebuilding and the tissue organizing.  It is very helpful to do stretches every day to help loosen the areas.  

	 

	Good Luck.

Laurence Weider, MD · Answer

It is not unusual to experience discomfort when running or doing other vigorous exercise for even 6 months or longer after liposuction.  Most likely your discomfort  will slowly resolve.  In the mean time, I would suggest trying other forms of exercise such as cycling or spinning. Good luck.

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

Generally, there can be sensitivity up to three months after liposuction, though running at two months should not cause any harm. You can try more support such as snug spandex shorts under your running shorts, and try a softer surface such as a treadmill or a track to start out.
	Best of luck,
	peterejohnsonmd

Kimberly Finder, MD · Answer

It is normal to experience discomfort with any bouncing or impact activities for several months after liposuction. You can make a switch to nonimpact aerobic exercise, such as spinning, or brisk walking on an inclined treadmill. Other things to help accelerate your recovery include stretching exercises and massage of the treated areas. It just takes time, however, to get to the point of being comfortable with impact exercises, but it will happen.

Jacqueline Calkin, MD · Answer

This is normal.  Try some non jarring exercise.  The pain usually goes away after three months but may take up to six.

It Hurts to Run 2 Months After Lipo on my Stomach ... Is This Normal?

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It Hurts to Run 2 Months After Lipo on my Stomach ... Is This Normal?

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