I have a large intramuscular lipoma of my upper arm involving triceps muscle. (10.4cmx5.6x4.3.) Recovery time?

Depending on what you want to "recover" to being able to do it may take 1-2 weeks or up to 4-6. Talk to your surgeon, they can offer you the best advice on restrictions based on your workload and associated activities.

Dear Rnbsn2018,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Recovery time will depend on size and location of lipoma, type of surgery, etc. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

I generally recommend at least 2 weeks from any general exercises of the triceps and four weeks before weight lifting. Hope this helps!


Johnson C. Lee, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon​