How long should I wear my compression stockings?

I would follow your surgeon's specific recommendations about the stockings. I generally tell my patients to keep wearing them until they become mobile. Hope this helps,Dr. JSB

I suggest wearing them as long as they can until it becomes uncomfortable while walking.  This is for several days at least.

Hello,Your Plastic Surgeon will have their own preferred protocol for this and take into account your individual health history, age, etc. Generally the compression stockings are most useful while a patient has limited mobility. When you are up walking around frequently your surgeon will likely discontinue.All the best!

In my practice we ask our patients
to wear compression stockings for two full weeks after surgery. However, I suggest
consulting your own surgeon on this matter as different surgeons have different
post-op recommendations. Best regards.

Most patients after a mommy makeover are ambulating the next day. Compressive hose are generally not necessary. Nevertheless, follow the specific instructions of your own surgeon.

This question is best answered by your surgeon as it will be based on the specifics of your surgery as well as your medical history. Compression stockings can be helpful in the prevention of blood clots. For those who are in general good health they are not usually necessary once the patient is able to walk around independently several times a day. Sometimes they are recommended if a patient will be flying within a few weeks of surgery.

Compression stockings can
be extremely helpful in the healing process. Speak with your surgeon
directly and ask their recommendations about how long to wear the stockings. In
our office we generally have our patients wear them until they are comfortable
doing light walking. Best to you. -Dr. Coan

I usually discontinue them as long as my patients are up and walking.  It would be best to check with your PS as everybody has a different protocol.

Contact your surgeons office and find out what their specific requirements are. Everyone has different post operative instructions and their reason for them. Good luck. Dean Vistnes. 

In general, it is recommended that intermittent compression stocking are worn as long as a patient is at bed rest and /or is relatively immobile.   In most cases the stocking can be discontinued within one to two weeks after a procedure.  However, check with your surgeon for their recommendations, in your particular case.  Best wishes, Dr Lepore.