I had leg lipo 4 weeks ago, most of the bruising is gone, I'm still sore though. I'm mostly concerned about this stabbing, piecing, stinging, sharp pain in the back of my right leg. It hurts without touching it, but when I press on it, it feels like a piercing, hot, pain shoots through my leg. Is this normal at the 4 week mark? If this is normal nerve repair, when should this resolve? Thanks
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Liposuction of the calf and ankle areas used to be something that was not commonly attempted. Since then viable treatment protocols have been developed and I've experienced very favorable results in shaping and contouring the calf and ankle areas.Additionally, newer treatment options including ...
Congratulations on your surgery meanbankrobber. I tell all my patients no working out, heavy lifting, yoga etc for 4 weeks. I do allow them to do enjoyable walking. We want to prevent additional swelling in the areas that were operated on . I would follow your Plastic Surgeon's recommendations....
At 3 weeks post op it is normal to be swollen I recommend you visit your PS to discuss your concerns and maybe change you garment for a different one, best of luck.
