I’m 2 months post op of a tummy tuck with lipo. I stopped wearing my faja at about 6 weeks because I’d just had enough of it and I feel comfy without it now. Is this going to effect my overall result or are they purely just to reduce swelling? Thanks.
Answer: Compression garment Thank you for your question! The purpose of compression garments is to reduce swelling and help maintain contour to the surgical areas. I recommend my patients wear the compression garment we provide for the first 3 weeks post surgery, 24/7, then an additional 3 weeks at night only. At 6 weeks post op, there are no garment restrictions. I also recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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Answer: Compression garment Thank you for your question! The purpose of compression garments is to reduce swelling and help maintain contour to the surgical areas. I recommend my patients wear the compression garment we provide for the first 3 weeks post surgery, 24/7, then an additional 3 weeks at night only. At 6 weeks post op, there are no garment restrictions. I also recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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Answer: Compression The purpose of compression is to help manage swelling and to support healing tissues. Your surgeon will advise when you can stop wearing the compression garment. I encourage patients to wear it for about three to four weeks. Some find it helpful to wear during recovery when they are on their feet all day or very active.
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Answer: Compression The purpose of compression is to help manage swelling and to support healing tissues. Your surgeon will advise when you can stop wearing the compression garment. I encourage patients to wear it for about three to four weeks. Some find it helpful to wear during recovery when they are on their feet all day or very active.
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March 20, 2019
Answer: Faja Dear princessasiaa,
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March 20, 2019
Answer: Faja Dear princessasiaa,
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March 18, 2019
Answer: What is the purpose of a faja? If I stop wearing it will it effect my results? The best person to answer this question is your board certified PS as all PSs have varying post operative protocols.
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March 18, 2019
Answer: What is the purpose of a faja? If I stop wearing it will it effect my results? The best person to answer this question is your board certified PS as all PSs have varying post operative protocols.
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July 14, 2021
Answer: Tummy Tuck Recovery Dear princessasiaa,Thank you for your question. In the first 4 weeks after a tummy tuck and liposuction, a faja reduces swelling and prevents seroma (liquid) formation. I usually recommend my patients to wear a faja as much as possible the first 4 weeks. After that, I encourage them to wear a faja as much as they can tolerate up to 3 months after surgery. I do think the faja helps reduce swelling in active patients as they start exercise at the 6 week mark. As you can see from the answers, surgeons have various answers based on their beliefs and experience.Hope this helps,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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July 14, 2021
Answer: Tummy Tuck Recovery Dear princessasiaa,Thank you for your question. In the first 4 weeks after a tummy tuck and liposuction, a faja reduces swelling and prevents seroma (liquid) formation. I usually recommend my patients to wear a faja as much as possible the first 4 weeks. After that, I encourage them to wear a faja as much as they can tolerate up to 3 months after surgery. I do think the faja helps reduce swelling in active patients as they start exercise at the 6 week mark. As you can see from the answers, surgeons have various answers based on their beliefs and experience.Hope this helps,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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