In the early hours after surgery the patient must be observed carefully but it seems there is less risk of bleeding and less discomfort when compared to traditional liposuction. Compression is used. For the first few days this is often a tape dressing. The patient soaks this off in a tub bath. A compression garment must be worn for several weeks.
Most patients are up and walking within a day or two.
Drains may be used and these will require attention from the patient. They are removed when the drainage decreases. This usually occurs within a few days. If areas of numbness, or pins and needles, develop the area is firmly massaged. This is started a few days after surgery.