Had smart lipo on arms and the inner area is so hard and tight. Would a heating pad help?
I would avoid heat on the area and maybe do a gentle massage. We do this routinely after lipo, although in your situation it's hard to tell without an exam or even just a photo.Your best bet is to contact your surgeon. Depending on the cause, he can give you the best approach.
I recommend massage to reduce the swelling. You could either do it yourself with or without an electric hand held massager or get lymphatic drainage massage from a professional massage specialist. You could also follow up with your provider to see if they offer ultrasound treatments to help reduce the swelling. I don't recommend a heating pad because of the risk of burns, since your sensation may not be back to normal yet in that area. Good luck!
