How soon can you start to massage after neck Liposuction? (photo)

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I had neck and chin liposuction 12 days ago. I am now noticing "bands" from under my chin running down my neck, from what I have read this is normal and can be helped with massage. I have read to massage as hard as you can stand to gently rubbing. Being not quite two weeks out I am not sure when I can start to massage and how hard. I am still quite tender. Thank you in advance for any advice you can offer :-)

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

It is not uncommon to be experiencing some #lumps following neck and chin procedures. Some degree of firmness or lumpiness under the skin is normal after surgery and will resolve with time. The lumps should #diminish with time.  Local #massage of the areas may accelerate the resolution of this problem, which normally takes 2-4 months to disappear completely. Your doctor should grant you #permission on when to begin self-massage of the area and how to correctly to do so. If they do not improve, your doctor can provide suggestions for this concern and in-office medi-spa treatments may be an option.
Your incisions will go through many changes before seeing the final result of your procedure. But, it's best to be patient in the meantime.  The healing process in general can take up to one month for the majority of swelling to subside, incisions to close, sutures to come out, and for bruising to completely go away. If ever during your healing, you have any concerns, it is suggested to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

I recommend lymphatic massage within the first week after surgery if there is minimal pain.  The "bands" you are seeing are muscle bands which can become visible after liposuction. Massage will not help eliminate those bands.  Discuss ypur concerns with ypur surgeon

George C. Peck, Jr, MD · Answer

The platysma muscle was most likely obscured pre operatively by fat. Now that the fat is removed the muscles are more obvious.These bands are most likely the edge of your platysma muscle. To correct this issue may require plication of the muscle. Massage can not hurt but I don't think that is the answer. Botox may help.Consult your surgeon and trust his advice. Best wishes

Chase Lay, MD · Answer

it is very important that she follow the directions that sure surgeon gives you.  Usually these are tailored to the technique that the surgeon uses.In your case these bands may simply be edges of muscle that were not present when there was more fat tissue there.  That is speculative and I don't know that for sure.  Most likely he simply have a normal amount of scar tissue developing and this will fade with time.  If you or one of my patients I would probably have the weight 2 weeks before any neck massage.Best of luckChase Lay, MDDouble board-certified facial plastic surgeon

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

You really need to see your surgeon to discuss post operative care which includes massages.. Always best to follow the operative surgeon's plans not an over the internet doc.//

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

My suggestion would be to start massaging the
area 3 to 4 days after submental Smartlipo; it will take a few weeks to heal
properly. Continue to wear your compression garment and go to your regularly
scheduled follow up appointments.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The bands you see may be swelling and may be the underlying muscle. Best to be seen in person. You should follow up with your doctor.

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