How long after lipo on arms can I start lifting weights?

Recovery is fast and most patients are back to work in 2 days and back to the gym in 1 week after liposuction.

After hi def lipo I have patients waiting 3-4 weeks. I suggest seeing an expert for opinions.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question. I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon. Every surgeon has their own specific post op protocol for their patients and your surgeon is the best resource when questions arise. They are most familiar with your medical history, details of your surgery, and how you are healing. In my office, liposuction patients can return to most activities as discomfort allows. Increasing activities may intermittently worsen their swelling, but this results with time. And arm liposuction patient could return to weightlifting after 2-3 weeks.

Congratulations on your recent surgery.