I am considering having both arm and thigh lifts, but would like more insight into the post op experience. I ballroom dance which requires lifting my arms for turns, and obviously using my legs for movement. Approximately how long should I wait before getting back into dance ? I know that the precise amount of time will be up to my doctor and based on my healing progress, but I would like to get a general baseline.
May 31, 2018
Answer: Recovery Time for Arm Lift and Thigh Lift For both an arm lift (hidden inner arm lift or an extended arm lift) and a thigh lift procedure, I will normally have my patients refrain from exercise for at least 4 weeks. I have my patients in a compression garment for two weeks day and night and two weeks at night. Depending on how well you are healing you may be able to resume ballroom dancing at 4 weeks at 50% and then ease your way back to 100% slowly. It is best to consult with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for post op care and instructions as you want to allow your body to heal properly to achieve your best results.
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May 31, 2018
Answer: Recovery Time for Arm Lift and Thigh Lift For both an arm lift (hidden inner arm lift or an extended arm lift) and a thigh lift procedure, I will normally have my patients refrain from exercise for at least 4 weeks. I have my patients in a compression garment for two weeks day and night and two weeks at night. Depending on how well you are healing you may be able to resume ballroom dancing at 4 weeks at 50% and then ease your way back to 100% slowly. It is best to consult with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for post op care and instructions as you want to allow your body to heal properly to achieve your best results.
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July 24, 2022
Answer: Armlift thank you for posting your question. Initially, you will be limited in your range of motion. Wound healing takes some time as does scar maturation. In order not to jeopardize your best possible outcome, you should discuss how your surgery and his postop protocol will restrict you.best of luckkind regards
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July 24, 2022
Answer: Armlift thank you for posting your question. Initially, you will be limited in your range of motion. Wound healing takes some time as does scar maturation. In order not to jeopardize your best possible outcome, you should discuss how your surgery and his postop protocol will restrict you.best of luckkind regards
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