When can I start massaging stomach are after Lipo and Brazilian Butt Lift

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I am two days post op from having liposuction on stomach, flanks and back.when can I start massaging my stomach with arnica cream? Do I also massage my buttocks?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you are unhappy with your results please speak to your physician and ensure he was a full body VASER HD liposuction physician with expensive experience in body shaping and not just traditional fat reduction.  At this point you should be using compression, RF treatments like venus legacy / exilis ultra / inmode forma or contoura and lymphatic massage to get you through healing.   We always add shock wave therapy such as cellutone, z wave, and eclipse evive to help prevent scar tissue formation and ensure an even and smooth result. It will take 6-12 months to see the final outcome.   If you are unhappy you can get a revision procedure by an expert in VASER HD lipo.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello.
Great question. However, I will suggest contacting your surgeon's office directly for further details on post op instructions. Every surgeon has their own post op protocols. Best of luck on your recovery.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

littlek13 I appreciate your concern, however at this early stage in your postoperative recovery journey, I would do nothing but continuously wear your elastic garments. Down the road you may consider gentle massage of your abdomen with moisturizers, however massage of your buttocks after BBL is not indicated. I am not a fan of lymphatic massage after Tummytuck because it is painful and there is no scientific evidence proving that it works. Confirm my advice with your board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
I recommend my patients to start on day three, depending on their recovery, but each plastic surgeon has his/her own protocol. I would suggest you to discuss this with your doctor.
Hope this helps. Good luck :)

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