Thigh Lift

After surgery

1. You will have to stay overnight in hospital
2. Immediately after the procedure, you will experience some soreness, bruising, and swelling. There may also be an initial feeling of numbness
3. Swelling and bruising will be most pronounced in the 2-3 days following your surgery. Continue to wear your compression garment and if needed, change your bandages according to your doctor’s instructions
4. You may shower 48 hours after surgery
5. During the first week it is very important to minimize movement to protect your incisions as they heal. The thighs are involved in almost every body movement, so you will want to keep your activity to the absolute minimum
6. After the first week your drains and stitches will be removed, and your bandages will be removed or changed
7. After 2 weeks, it is time to seek greater balance between avoidance of movement, and simple, slow walking. Gentle movement will prevent blood clots from forming in your lower limbs
8. Continue to wear your compression garment for several weeks. This garment protects your incisions and provides support for your thighs as they heal
9. Around the six-week mark, your incisions should be fully healed and the swelling in your thighs will be at a minimum. Your scars will still be visible, and can range in color from light red to dark purple. At this time, it is safe to resume most activities
10. After six months, swelling should have subsided completely. Your final results will now be visible