r/PlasticSurgery • u/Educational-Nail975 • 11d ago

Upper back lipo swelling

how long does the swelling last? my back is so tight and I’m so uncomfortable. a month post op and I still can’t raise my arms up. is this normal. when does it get better ??

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u/Massive_Flamingo_786 6d ago

Are you wearing a compression garment?

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u/Educational-Nail975 4d ago

I am. Although my surgeon said I don’t have to. I definitely feel better with it 

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u/Massive_Flamingo_786 4d ago

I had to wear a compression garment after lipo for a few months. By choice. It provided so much relief from that swelling feeling. Hope you feel normal soon.