Liposuction recovery - is one week off work enough time?

One month post-procedure is when we typically recommend a patient can resume light exercise. If your job is physically demanding, it would be recommended that you take more than one week off and participate in crucial aftercare protocols such as hyperbaric therapy, IV therapy, lymphatic massages, etc following your procedure to ensure the best possible results. Strenuous activity should be avoided.

Hello LEKUSAZ,

Thank you for your question regarding liposuction recovery and if one week off work is sufficient. Typically, a one-week recovery after liposuction is the standard recommendation. However, given your profession in law enforcement where situations can be unpredictable and lives could be at stake, I believe a more extended recovery period might be safer. Taking only one week might put you in a challenging position on the eighth day post-surgery, where you could potentially experience postoperative pain or restrictions from your garment. Considering these factors, I would recommend taking two weeks off work due to the unique demands of law enforcement. I appreciate your dedication and service. I hope this provides clarity on the advisable recovery time in your profession.

Good luck.

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Patients working non physically demanding jobs can often return to work in a week, but your situation is different. If you are having multiple areas suctioned or specifically your abdomen you may need to take more time off, or at least have modified duties. You will still be quite swollen after a week and will likely be in compression for several weeks. I encourage you to speak to your surgeon as she/he is most familiar with your surgical plan.