All surgeries however simple they are will have their own post operative implications which need to be attended with care. Certain precautions have to be taken during the recovery period in case of liposuction as well. Make sure that you discuss about the post operative care required with your Arizona liposuction specialist prior to your surgery so that you will be well prepared to handle the post operative side effects and increase the rate of recovery.

Liposuction is considered to be a minor surgery so you would not have to stay in the hospital after your surgery, it is offered as part of outpatient treatment. However if you undergo high volume liposuction, it is recommended to get admission in a hospital at least for a few days during the initial recovery period. When you go back to your house you should have someone to attend to you for the first few days of the recovery period. It is not advisable to drive during this period when you are still having residual effects of anesthesia and other medication given to you. This will not be for long; you can start driving on the second day after the surgery.

You must not engage in any physical activity that would strain your muscles especially the operated area at least for 48 hours after the surgery. If you have been working out, you can resume your workout gradually after 4 days and on the starting day do not strain yourself. When you resume limit yourself to 20% of your regular workout time.

You don't have to take any special diet after the surgery, your regular diet will do. Make sure that you drink water in regular intervals so as to avoid dehydration. You can also take other fruit juices and soft drinks, but drink plenty of water. Do not consume any alcoholic drink at least for 3 days after the surgery. The normal tendency when you are in celebrative mood after the surgery is to go for more than a few drinks that you normally take, fight this temptation and keep away from alcohol completely for at least 72 hours after the surgery. Listen to the guidance given by your Arizona liposuction surgeon in this regard.

If you are a working individual you can safely get back to work on the 3rd day after the surgery. However take basic care that should be taken and do not put yourself to unnecessary risk in any way. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight as much as possible and keep the operated area covered when you get out in sun as it will darken the scars. Resuming your normal life will also give you a sense of well being and would help you fight any post operative depression that you may be undergoing.

During the recovery period it is very important to keep the operated area clean. The incisions should be regularly washed with soap and water. Dry the incisions gently with a soft towel. You can stop using the pads that are given to cover the incisions after 24 to 36 hours depending on the rate of draining. Continue with any medication that you may have been prescribed by your Arizona liposuction physician until you complete the full course of given medication.

Do not hesitate to contact your Arizona liposuction specialist again if required during the recovery period. You must consult him especially when you are in doubt regarding any prescribed medicine or when certain side effects get totally unbearable.