Is it too late to massage and break down scar tissue Liposuction Revision 1 month ago?

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I have really bad scar tissues in my abdomen after a lipo suction procedure that resulted in an infection of the abdominal wall. After 1 year I got a revision to my abdomen and now I'm 1 month post op. From my initial procedure and this revision, is it too late to break down the scar tissue with massage?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would use a Hidef combination approach to liposuction revision that includes liposuction, lipocavitation, fibrous release, fat grafting, scar release, PRP SC, and multiplane tissue tightening with RF.
Combination treatments work well to reduce lumpiness and contour irregularities.
Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, it's not too late. I recommend adding lymphatic massage and hyperbaric oxygen along with your compression to help decrease swelling, which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

James E. Chappell, MD · Answer

If there have been no complications and you healed normally, now is a reasonable time to do massage on the treated (liposuctioned) areas.  I would not expect to see final results for 6-12 months from surgery.

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

You can do lymphatic massage.  It is common place in my practice to have patients receive lymphatic massage after surgery of the breast and body.

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