When Can I Really Start the Gym After Lipo?

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I'm 4 weeks post op I went back to work I'm feeling ok I am a bit swollen but I feel ready to resume my normal activity..my Lipo was perform in the Dominican Republic ,I'm shocked that my plastic surgeon told me is after 4 months that I can start to work out!!! Why is this? I have read a lot of surgeons say slowly star after 2/3 weeks

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. After a week your surgery area is totally healed and yes you can do gym and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.

Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. During the first 48 hours following surgery, patients experience varying degrees of swelling and bruising. Although the vast majority of patients will have virtually no bruising, some patients will have bruising. Bruising typically disappears within 7 to 10 days. Stitches are usually removed within a week of surgery. Straining, bending over and lifting should be avoided during the early postoperative period. In many instances, you will be able to resume most of your normal activities within 10 days or less. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double board certified Plastic surgeon Hoffman Estates BarringtonOakbrook Chicago

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Gym after Liposuction Usually, 2 weeks after the operation you may exercise in order to modify and diminish the adhesions between the skin and the tissue, as long as you keep it light. Walking, swimming, or a stationary bicycle can usually begin a few days after surgery. Wait at least 3 weeks to begin aerobic exercise.  As with all operations, pain and discomfort varies greatly from patient to patient. Generally, one should expect that pain medication will be required for the first several days. Continuing discomfort can last varying amounts of time. Much of the swelling and bruising will be improved by two weeks; however, some will persist for 6 to 8 weeks. It is often difficult to see significant changes in the body shape before this time. If you have any concerns, notify your plastic surgeon to get it examined.

Douglas L. Gervais, MD · Answer

Unless there are extenuating circumstances, I usually instruct my patients to begin light exercise at 2 weeks. They should "listen to their body" and if they experience any pain, then they should stop for a few days and try again. I also agree with my colleague who suggested you should only have surgery with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck. Dr. Gervais.

William P. Coleman III, MD · Answer

Active exercisers can resume light training within 24 hours after liposuction under local anesthesia. After 30 years of performing liposuction, I have found that exercise which causes jiggling of tissue (running, horseback riding, etc.) can be uncomfortable for a week or so. My typical patient is walking moderately the day after surgery.

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Answer: Active exercisers can resume light training within 24 hours after liposuction under local anesthesia.

Answer: Active exercisers can resume light training within 24 hours after liposuction under local anesthesia.

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