Recovering From a Body Lift (Skin Removal Surgery Podcast)

Описание: Recovering from a body lift can feel overwhelming, but Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. J. Timothy Katzen breaks it down step by step in this Plastic Surgery 90210 Podcast. In this episode, Dr. Katzen and Ariel Ajimura discuss everything you need to know about healing after a lower body lift, including positioning, pain control, drains, garments, nutrition, and the importance of avoiding complications. Dr. Katzen shares his expertise as one of the first U.S. surgeons to specialize in post-weight loss body lifts, giving patients a clear roadmap for recovery. If you are considering body contouring after major weight loss or want to understand the healing process, this podcast is an essential guide.

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Timestamps / Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction & Fairgrounds Cafe sponsor
00:35 – What is a body lift?
01:16 – Why Dr. Katzen specializes in body lifts
02:14 – Recovery position after surgery
03:05 – Immediate post-op and transport to recovery center
04:14 – Aftercare & hyperbaric chamber treatments
05:18 – Walking, activity restrictions, and healing timeline
06:19 – Return to exercise and full activity
07:09 – Planning recovery around trips & events
08:00 – Pain management & new medications
09:36 – Individual differences in pain tolerance
09:51 – Importance of consultations with specialists
10:26 – Nutrition and protein for healing
10:56 – Constipation vs. diarrhea after surgery
11:34 – Surgical drains and their purpose
12:56 – Catheters & fluid monitoring
13:44 – Garments, binders, and compression support
14:36 – How long garments are worn after surgery
14:59 – Final recovery advice & contact info