I had a tummy tuck combined with liposuction 30 days ago. I wear a compression garment around the clock. Is there something I can do to help the swelling go down, and to help the numbing/healing process? Such as massage therapy?
September 25, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck swelling Thank you for your question. To reduce abdominal and belly button swelling, I recommend daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy 5 times at week for the next two months, and wear a postoperative girdle for two months at least.Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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September 25, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck swelling Thank you for your question. To reduce abdominal and belly button swelling, I recommend daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy 5 times at week for the next two months, and wear a postoperative girdle for two months at least.Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Swelling and numbness Thank you for your questions. Continuing to wear your compression garments can definitely help with the swelling. In regards to the numbness, it does take a while for the nerve endings to all re connect, but you can do gentle massage in the area to help speed the process along. I would recommend having a follow up with your surgeon and follow their post surgical protocol. Best of luck to you.
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Swelling and numbness Thank you for your questions. Continuing to wear your compression garments can definitely help with the swelling. In regards to the numbness, it does take a while for the nerve endings to all re connect, but you can do gentle massage in the area to help speed the process along. I would recommend having a follow up with your surgeon and follow their post surgical protocol. Best of luck to you.
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October 16, 2018
Answer: What Can I Do to Get Rid of Swelling After Tummy Tuck Surgery? Beyond wearing your compression garment, lymphatic massage can be great for removing excess swelling. Unfortunately there is nothing that can make you heal faster, just make sure you are eating a healthy diet so your body has everything it needs to heal itself. The numbness usually resolves in a few months.
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October 16, 2018
Answer: What Can I Do to Get Rid of Swelling After Tummy Tuck Surgery? Beyond wearing your compression garment, lymphatic massage can be great for removing excess swelling. Unfortunately there is nothing that can make you heal faster, just make sure you are eating a healthy diet so your body has everything it needs to heal itself. The numbness usually resolves in a few months.
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