Can Untrasonic Lipo Cause Sciatic Nerve Damage?

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I also noticed that my sciatic nerve hurts a little, so I was wondering is it was from ultrasonic lipo.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

If your back's position is in such a held place that is not good for you ergonomically then maybe a preexisting herniated disc or foramen stenosis was pinching the nerve from this position of lying on the table. The nerve is not in an area that is easy to reach with liposuction but the ultrasonic energy might, although doubtful, cause irritation in the buttock. There could be other nerve irritations, and sensitivity of skin areas from liposuction. It may be secondary to some swelling that is pushing on a nerve.  You should be evaluated by a neurologist or orthopedist if the symptoms persist for evaluation and treatment.

Mathew C. Mosher, MD · Answer

Sciatic nerve discomfort after surgery is most likely not a direct result of your liposuction surgery. This nerve is fairly deep and well protected. However, it is very possible to cause irritation with positioning in the operating room, swelling after surgery or changes to your activity level after surgery. You should monitor the discomfort and discuss this with your doctor if your symptoms are not improving.

	Ultrasonic liposuction is associated with more sensory nerve changes than other techniques. It most cases the skin sensation is altered  for 1 -2 months after the surgery but then returns to normal.

	Dr. Mosher

David L. Abramson, MD · Answer

This is possible but extremely unlikely. Damage from the ultrasound will usual ute over over time and the are heals

Neal Goldberg, MD · Answer

The answer is yes, but very unlikely.  There are now increasing reports of sciatic neuropathy after body contouring procedures despite all adequate precautions.  This is particularly true in the massive weight loss population.  Regardless, the condition usually resolves with time.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is possible that sciatic nerve pain could have developed from ultrasonic liposuction in the vicinity, and so could positioning before and after surgery, and so could swelling.

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