When people want to look their best, they have many options to achieve their ideal look. Liposuction can be a possible treatment option if you want to remove some stubborn body fat.
With the careful removal of fat, you can look younger and more physically fit. However, as with most surgeries, liposuction might have a few side effects, such as bruising.
In this blog, we examine some treatments available for liposuction bruising, cover the basics, and discuss the breakdown of the bruising recovery timeline in detail.
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How Long Will You Have Liposuction Bruising?
Liposuction bruising is a combination of edemaoedema and ecchymosis. Oedema is swelling due to gathered fluid, while ecchymosis is blood gathering under the skin. These side effects are expected following liposuction surgery. Although swelling and bruising from liposuction usually begin to decrease after 3-4 weeks, some bruises can take several months to fully disappear.
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Popular Liposuction Bruising Treatments
Treating signs of bruising after liposuction is essential to reduce discomfort and hasten your healing process. Popular treatments include:
Ice Packs
One of the best remedies for bruising after liposuction is applying ice packs. Ice packs reduce swelling and bruising by constricting the blood vessels. To help reduce the swelling and bruising, gently apply an ice pack to affected area for 15-20 minutes every hour, especially in the initial days post-surgery. This treatment might not suit everyone, so consult a healthcare professional.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Another great post-surgery treatment is lymphatic drainage massage. This specialty technique helps reduce post-liposuction swelling by manually stimulating the lymphatic system to remove excess fluid that has built up under your skin. Once your doctor gives you the safe go-ahead, start sessions with a qualified therapist who can gently perform this massage technique.
Dry Skin Brushing
Just like lymphatic massage, dry skin brushing stimulates lymph drainage. You can perform this simple treatment yourself in the comfort of your own home. Just take a natural bristle brush and gently stroke the skin toward the heart; ideally, you should do this before showering. This treatment reduces swelling and rejuvenates your skin by healing signs of bruising faster.
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CO2Lift® Carboxy Treatments
CO2Lift® after liposuction is a good way to reduce significant bruising and swelling. In this topical treatment, carbon dioxide is applied to the area, which then automatically increases blood supply and oxygen to the area,opening the capillaries, which removes waste.
This non-invasive procedure can be incorporated into recovery methods for enhanced healing and reduced downtime. Many patients find this therapy an exceptional option.
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The Wrap-Up On Liposuction Bruising Treatments
Bruising after liposuction is relatively common and can be uncomfortable, especially during the fragile recovery period. Luckily, many treatments are available to reduce the effects and hasten recovery, from cold compresses to more sophisticated methods such as CO2Lift® therapy. Depending on your body and the treatment, you can look forward to reduced swelling and bruising quickly!