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Hi and thank you for your question about needing someone to assist you after your traditional brachioplasty. After a brachioplasty, you will not be able to lift your arms. That being said, you will absolutely need help grabbing things, putting on clothing. getting yourself washed up after the bathroom, etc. One of my recent patients didn't have anyone to take care of them so I operated on one arm at a time, one month apart. She had a smooth recovery and is healing great. Please consider doing the same or getting some assistance for at least a week after your procedure.
This is an important issue and one you should discuss withyour doctor before your surgery. Being alone after a surgery is neveradvisable, and you may need someone to help you engage in your normal day-to-dayactivities. If you have a trusted friend or family member who would beavailable to stay with you for at least 24 to 48 hours after surgery, youshould explore that option. If not, talk with your surgeon about other optionsthat are available including recovery centers or in-home assistants.
After brachioplasty, can can be difficult to do even simple things for the first few days. it is very useful to have someone at home with you. If not, you can also hire some help. Discuss the matter with your surgeon. It is imperativethat you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the AmericanBoard of Plastic Surgery and has extensive experience in brachioplasty / armlift. I wish you the best. Dr. Gabbay.
Always a smart idea to have someone at home with you after surgery, including following a brachioplasty.
Thank you for your question about arm lift.Yes, it is always a good idea to have someone with you for the first couple of days after undergoing surgery under anesthesia.To be sure, see two or more experienced,board-certified Plastic Surgeons in your area for a complete evaluation to makesure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have arm lift surgery.I hope this helps.
Congratulations on your up coming surgery. I would definitely recommend a helper at home until you see how much mobility you will have with your arms after surgery. Best wishes.
Thank you for your question.It is recommended to have someone with you for the first 24-48 hours after your surgery. The first night is good to have someone there to check on you, help you up to use the restroom, and give you the correct medications. The second day once anesthesia has worn off and you are more alert, you can do a little bit more alone.Good luck with recovery.
Yes, you will need a reliable caretaker after surgery (at least 24-48 hrs)- as you have to keep your activity level to a minimum. In our Practice we offer overnight stays after surgery. Please, discuss with your chosen Surgeon your options
You will need help for at least the first night as you shouldn't be alone for 24 hours after having general anesthesia. After that it will depend how you're feeling. It would be a good idea to maybe prepare a few meals and freeze them prior to surgery so cooking won't be an issue. Heavy lifting won't be recommended so ensure that laundry is done and maybe arrange a neighbor to help take out the trash, cut the grass, etc. Also keep in mind that as long as you are on narcotic pain medicine you should not drive.
It is always good to have a responsible adult assist you for the first day after surgery. There are recovery centers that specialize in overnight stays for individuals in your same situation. Ask your plastic surgeon for suggestions.
Typically it will take at least three months for the majority of your swelling to go away. That said, it can take up to a year to see your final results. Stay patient and stay in touch with your surgeon. It is imperative that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the...
Dear FreeSpiritMe, Given your concerns and the desire to explore non-surgical options, one treatment you might consider is Morpheus8. Morpheus8 is a radiofrequency microneedling device that can provide skin tightening by stimulating collagen production in the treated areas. However, it's...
Hello, thank you for question regarding a mini or crescent arm lift. The crescent or mini-arm lift treats the proximal or upper third of the arm. During the mini arm lift, a crescent area of upper skin is removed; that is why some plastic surgeons also call the mini arm lift a crescent ar...