Knowledge

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that contours the body by removing fat from a specific part of the body. It is one of the frequently done procedures by both women and men.

However, one must not ignore the importance of the recovery period after liposuction.

Wearing a compression garment accelerates the healing process. It helps the body recover better safely. There are many reasons why one should wear a compression garment, such as improved blood circulation, reduce swelling and bruising.

Compression garments add some extra pressure to the body, and this alleviates the pain and post-operative bruising. There are different kinds of compression garments ranging from the whole body ones to sleeves.

Usually, it is recommended to wear a compression garment for about 3~6 months after liposuction. What is good about compression garments is that they can keep internal tissues tight together. It enables the body to get into the new body contours.

Not wearing a compression garment can lead to a higher risk of increased swelling, bruising, and scarring. When worn in a right way, compression garments can be of great help to address all the post-surgery discomfort.

In general, wearing compression garments speeds up the recovery and helps achieve your desired result as fast as possible.