What is the recovery time for arm lift?

In the first few days after an arm lift: Avoid lifting your arms above shoulder level for three to four weeks. Avoid physical and athletic activities with your arms that might stretch the incisions for four to eight weeks after surgery.

When can I sleep on my side after arm lift?

You may not perform arm exercises for 6 weeks. Please sleep on your back (with your head elevated and a pillow under your knees) or part way over (pillow under your shoulder and hip). Do not sleep on your side or stomach until about 3 weeks after surgery.

How long do you have to wear compression sleeves after brachioplasty?

You should wear a compression garment for three to six weeks after recovery to help your arms heal and produce more ideal results.

When can I use deodorant after arm lift?

Do not apply deodorant/antiperspirant to arms if you had a brachioplasty performed. Talk to Dr. Shermak about when you may resume this. Take dressings down 2-3 days after surgery, and then change dressings daily.

How long do you wear compression garment after Brachioplasty?

You should wear a compression garment for three to six weeks after recovery to help your arms heal and produce more ideal results. Finally, by six weeks after your procedure, you should be able to resume normal activities with your doctor’s approval.

How long can you drive after Brachioplasty?

Most people don’t drive until 10 days after their arm lift because they are taking prescription analgesics that may cause drowsiness. Most clients who work a white-collar job return to work a week after their procedure. Clients who work a blue-collar job usually return to work two weeks after their procedure.

How long do stitches stay in after Brachioplasty?

Your incisions will be closed either with absorbable sutures, or stitches that will be removed within one to two weeks following your arm lift. The smoother, tighter contours that result from brachioplasty are apparent almost immediately following your procedure, although there will likely be swelling and bruising.

How painful is an arm lift?

During your arm lift recovery, it’s common to have some discomfort. You may experience soreness, swelling, and some bruising. This should lessen after the first few days. Plan for 1 to 2 weeks of recovery time for an arm lift procedure.

How long do stitches stay in after brachioplasty?

How long do you wear compression garment after arm lift?

How do you sleep after an arm lift?

After arm lift surgery, patients should sleep on their backs rather than on their stomachs or on their sides. To improve comfort, patients can prop up their arms with a few pillows during sleep. This should be done for a few weeks as instructed by your surgeon.

How long does it take to recover from an arm lift?

Usually, partial arm lift recovery takes about 10 to 14 days, and complete recovery takes about 4 to 6 weeks.

What is the average recovery time for an arm lift?

Arm lift recovery time is usually 1 to 2 weeks. For a quicker recovery, it’s important to follow your post operative instructions. Get plenty of rest and avoid any strenuous activity that may include bearing weight or lifting over your head. It’s normal for your arm and hand strength to feel weak at first.

How should I prepare for arm lift surgery?

Get lab testing or a medical evaluation

Can I exercise after arm surgery?

Exercise After Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Both exercise before and after surgery will help you achieve your desired look. It is recommended that before surgery you are incorporating toning exercises into your routine. You should wait 6 weeks before resuming toning and resistance training for your arms following surgery.