Is there a reason to wear a bodysuit compression garment after Vaser Liposuction?

Hi there,

Yes wearing a compression garment after Vaser liposuction (or any form of liposuction) is generally recommended and plays a significant role in recovery.
The garment assists with reducing swelling, improving circulation and skin retraction, reducing complications and helps the body maintain the new shape achieved through Liposuction.

After your liposuction surgery, your body will create fluids that can build up, causing excessive swelling. By applying even, consistent pressure in the area of your surgery, compression garments prevent fluid from accumulating. Therefore it decreases the swelling tremendously.

The goal is to have uniform compression to keep the skin flat while healing, and to prevent or minimize postoperative swelling. The garment has to cover the entire area that was operated on completely, as well as some amount of overlap on to non operated fields. A back brace or anything like pictured in the photo would not be sufficient.

Thank you for your question regarding the use of a bodysuit compression garment after Vaser liposuction. Compression garments are an essential part of the recovery process because they provide even pressure over the treated areas, which helps to reduce swelling, improve skin retraction, and prevent fluid accumulation. A bodysuit is typically recommended over a back brace because it offers more comprehensive coverage, ensuring that the entire abdomen, flanks, and surrounding areas receive equal compression for optimal healing.

While a back brace may seem more convenient, especially for going to the bathroom, it won’t provide the same level of support and coverage as a bodysuit. A bodysuit ensures that the compression is evenly distributed over the treated areas, which is crucial for achieving the best possible results after liposuction. Additionally, bodysuits are designed to help contour the body's shape during healing, while a brace may only focus on a small section, potentially leaving other areas unsupported.

If comfort or bathroom convenience is a concern, some compression garments come with zippers or snaps to make them easier to wear and remove. It's best to follow your surgeon's advice to ensure the best possible outcome.

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

While the brace like wrap can certainly be nice and an actually more affordable option they usually don’t completely cover the liposuction area. They stop under the breast and just above the hip. If your surgeon went all the way up to your upper back or blended the Lipo lower than your hip then you will see a dent where the wrap ended. Some people like the adjustable compression of the wrap and just use a wrap on top of their body garment which can give you the best of both worlds.