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How to Sleep After Thigh Lift 

According to UK Plastic Surgery Statistics 2021, thigh lift surgery or thighplasty is one of the top cosmetic procedures in the UK. For many patients, the main concern isn’t usually the procedure but the recovery, especially how to sleep. Sleep can have a significant impact on your recovery from any cosmetic procedure. Want to know how to sleep after thigh lift? Read on.

The thighs are a problem area for many people. The procedure helps remove excess fat and skin on the thighs for patients with difficulty losing weight through exercise and diet and those with excessive sagging skin following significant weight loss.

Who is a Good Candidate for a Thigh Lift?

Thigh lift surgery isn’t discussed as often as other cosmetic procedures; therefore, many people don’t realise how effective it can be in eliminating excess fat and sagging skin. Sometimes, ageing can leave you with flabby and sagging skin on both the inner and outer thighs. Likewise, many people find stubborn fat accumulates on the thighs.

Moreover, after achieving their weight loss goals, most people often find themselves with persistent fat and sagging skin on the thighs that diet and exercise can’t seem to take care of. The reality is that the thighs can be particularly difficult to shape through conventional means, paving the way for surgical intervention. 

However, thigh lift surgery won’t work for everyone. It is a good choice for patients whose weight has been more or less the same but whose skin has begun sagging due to ageing or after weight loss. Also, ensure that your weight is relatively stable, which means hitting nearing your weight target before a thigh lift.

Types of Liposuction: Vaser liposuction and thigh lift before and after at the Harley Clinic

How is Recovery After Thigh Lift Surgery? 

Recovery can be challenging following any lower body procedure, especially when it comes to sleeping. Maintaining the proper posture is important as you recover from the procedure since it helps prevent the risk of developing complications and discomfort. Therefore, you must modify your sitting, standing, walking and sleeping positions after thigh lift surgery. Your surgeon will guide you on how to sleep and what to avoid.

You will experience swelling and bruising following the surgery. The surgeon will wrap your legs in compression bandages to help control the swelling. Your doctor will ask you to wear them for at least 4 weeks. This helps keep the pressure off the sculpting of your thighs. You should also limit your activities for up to 2 weeks to avoid straining the incisions. Many patients return to work around this time and resume light activities. You should avoid strenuous activities like exercises and sports for about 6 weeks.

How to Sleep After Thigh Lift

If you’re wondering how to sleep after thigh lift, generally, every patient will need to adjust their sleeping position during thigh lift recovery to ensure safety, comfort and effective healing. You should avoid sleeping on your stomach until all the soreness has subsided. The best way to sleep is on your back with your legs elevated. Most patients find that adding two or three pillows under the head and two under the knees is more comfortable since sleeping that way puts less stress on the thigh and groin area.

Another option is to sleep on a recliner. A recliner naturally lends itself to the suggested lower and upper body elevations. Sleeping in an inclined position ensures the incisions remain in place and less stress is exerted on the treatment areas.

before and after vaser liposuction, fully tummy tuck, and thigh lift

How to Optimise Healing After Thigh Lift Surgery 

The greatest discomfort following thigh lift surgery will be during the first 24 to 48 hours. Following all your doctor’s post-operative instructions will ensure quick healing and the best possible results. They may include the following:

Minimise Movement 

One of the things you can do to maximise your healing is to limit your movements. While you are required to take short walks around the house to facilitate blood flow, thigh surgery is different. The incisions following thigh lift surgery tend to be longer than other procedures and are, therefore, susceptible to tearing open if you engage in unnecessary movement.

Avoid Sitting

The same rule applies to sitting after thigh lift surgery. Sitting far too early can lead to an accidental split of the incisions, thus lengthening the recovery. Instead, avoid sitting after the procedure for at least 1 week.

Sleep With the Legs Separated

After the procedure, your surgeon will individually wrap your legs to prevent thigh chaffing. When sleeping, ensure your legs are separated to prevent moisture accumulation. Excess sweating can lead to skin chaffing, adding to the discomfort and prolonging healing.

Are you considering thigh lift surgery or want to know more about recovery and how to sleep after thigh lift? Contact the Harley Clinic to schedule a consultation with an expert plastic surgeon.  

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