I am a professional dance teacher and yoga instructor. I had liposuction on my abdomen and flanks about 4 years ago. Soon after the surgery I became very inflexible in my torso - I can barely arch my back or bend to the sides. This is distressing for someone with my job. Is this a normal side effect of liposuction? Thanks
Answer: Liposuction No, this is not a normal effect from liposuction since fat is just removed. however, if you had a very aggressive procedure, some scar tissue may be close to your muscles.
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Answer: Liposuction No, this is not a normal effect from liposuction since fat is just removed. however, if you had a very aggressive procedure, some scar tissue may be close to your muscles.
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Answer: Lack of Flexibility After Liposuction of the Abdomen Thank you for your question regarding losing flexibility after liposuction of the abdomen.
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Answer: Lack of Flexibility After Liposuction of the Abdomen Thank you for your question regarding losing flexibility after liposuction of the abdomen.
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March 2, 2023
Answer: Flexibility Changes in flexibility would be normal during recovery from liposuction. However you should be able to work back up to normal flexibility after healed. At four years post op you are fully recovered. I encourage you to visit with your surgeon about your concerns.
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March 2, 2023
Answer: Flexibility Changes in flexibility would be normal during recovery from liposuction. However you should be able to work back up to normal flexibility after healed. At four years post op you are fully recovered. I encourage you to visit with your surgeon about your concerns.
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March 3, 2023
Answer: Is loosing flexibility after abdominal liposuction a normal side effect? Hello @gazmann, thank you for your question. It is possible for patients to experience some temporary loss of flexibility after abdominal liposuction, particularly in the immediate postoperative period. However, this is usually a temporary side effect and should improve over time as the body heals It's important to note that every patient's experience can be different, and the extent of any loss of flexibility can depend on factors such as the extent of the liposuction procedure and the patient's healing process. In some cases, patients may experience some tightness or discomfort in the area for several weeks or even months after the surgery, which can affect their flexibility. Best wishes. Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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March 3, 2023
Answer: Is loosing flexibility after abdominal liposuction a normal side effect? Hello @gazmann, thank you for your question. It is possible for patients to experience some temporary loss of flexibility after abdominal liposuction, particularly in the immediate postoperative period. However, this is usually a temporary side effect and should improve over time as the body heals It's important to note that every patient's experience can be different, and the extent of any loss of flexibility can depend on factors such as the extent of the liposuction procedure and the patient's healing process. In some cases, patients may experience some tightness or discomfort in the area for several weeks or even months after the surgery, which can affect their flexibility. Best wishes. Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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February 28, 2023
Answer: Loosing flexibility after liposuction While loosing flexibility after liposuction due to pain and sweling may be expected few weeks after surgery, it would be very unusual for that to happen 4 years after. It would be a good idea to discuss this issue with your surgeon as well as your physician since there may be some other reasons beside liposuction?. Good luck.
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February 28, 2023
Answer: Loosing flexibility after liposuction While loosing flexibility after liposuction due to pain and sweling may be expected few weeks after surgery, it would be very unusual for that to happen 4 years after. It would be a good idea to discuss this issue with your surgeon as well as your physician since there may be some other reasons beside liposuction?. Good luck.
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