When the procedure is complete, you will be taken to a recovery area wearing a compression garment over the treatment area. The garment is used to aid healing and control swelling and should be worn continuously throughout your first stage of healing. Though you may experience some soreness, it is generally well-controlled with medication.

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You will be encouraged to get out of bed shortly after the surgery. Keep in mind that the speed of your recovery depends largely on the extent of your surgery. Though everyone heals at a different pace, you can expect your recovery to roughly follow this general time line:

 

Within the first week

- The swelling will reach its peak and then begin to subside.
- You may return to non-strenuous work.
- Your stitches may be removed

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After several weeks

- Bruises will fade and eventually disappear
- You should regain normal sensation in treatment areas
- Normal exercise and activities may be resumed
- Swelling will continue to subside.

What should I expect during my recovery?