Recovering from Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
 When you "awaken" after your procedure, you most likely will experience some discomfort around the area of the incision and sutures when the anesthesia wears off. Your surgeon will give you medication to relieve any discomfort.
Arm Lift procedures are performed on an outpatient basis, and you will be released to go home about an hour or two after surgery. It will be necessary that you have someone to pick you up after the procedure, take you home, and stay with you for at least 24 hours.
If antibiotics are prescribed, please follow directions exactly to avoid complications due to infection. Pain medication may also be prescribed to be taken as needed. You will receive specific instructions to follow during your recovery including rest and sleeping positions, bathing and showering techniques, and exercises. It is imperative that you do not smoke for at least two weeks after your surgery in order to help the healing process.
Your arms may be sore and swollen for the first few days, and reaching, putting your hands over your head or other gesturing may be uncomfortable for a while. Normal activities can be resumed after a few days, and you can be fully physically active again in four to six weeks.
You will notice a difference in the contour and shape of your arms almost immediately. As the swelling diminishes, you will see and feel more improvement.
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