May I use a heating pad to relive pain after a BBL surgery?

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Can I use a heating pad to relief pain with a BBL surgery? When can I start to use my heating pad for lower back pain?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Do not use a heating pad or ice around the surgical sites. Heat could cause a burn as the skin is numb. Three weeks to six months after surgery, heat may be helpful to soften areas of scarring and skin tightness that occur as part of the normal healing process. Obtain approval from your PS before using a heating pad.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Coqui007,
heating pat can cause burns in early postoperative period. But every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well.. based in your question is recommended if you discuss before use whatever medication for pain with your plastic surgeon.

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