Best compression garment after calf liposuction? (photo)

Question

I was wondering what the best compression garment was for after my calf liposuction...how many mmHg of compression is best? I purchased the ones below? Says 15-20 mmHg of compression. Is that enough?

David Hansen, MD · Answer

A support hose is usually worn for calf and ankles liposuctions postop and 30-40 mm Hg is recommended but 20-30 mm hg can do also.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

#RealSelf100Surgeon

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Generally speaking, don't get caught up with numbers and mm/Hg.  Regarding calf liposuction, the garment should reach past the calves to the upper ankles and should be very snug, but not so tight that they are constrictive and unbearable uncomfortable. Most garment companies provide a fairly comprehensive sizing chart to help you or your surgeon select the best fitting garment for you. Good luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Generally, we refer patients to some of the companies that provide the garments. This includes Marena and Veronique to name a few.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

You should first ask your Plastic Surgeon.  Generally, a garment that goes over the knee and down to the foot with 20-25mm Hg compression is what we use.  You can find them in any surgical supply store (Jobst type etc).Best of luck with your surgery.Dr. T

Paul Silverstein, MD (retired) · Answer

I believe that the best pressure garment delivers 20 -40 mm pressure, and the ones I use come from Medical-Z corpora ton in Houston.  hey are made of CoolMAx lycra, instead of elastex.  Thus they are more comfortable and sweat passes through them to keep you dry. ( I have no financial connection to this company)

Best compression garment after calf liposuction? (photo)

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