Brachioplasty

(Upper arm lift to remove loose skin)

Anesthesia:  General

Location of operation:  Hospital or surgery center

Length of surgery:  2-3 hours.

Discomfort: Moderate to severe. Anticipate 7-14 days of prescription pain medication

Swelling: Will peak in 3 days.  Improves in 2-4 weeks.

Bandages: Will be removed in 1-2 days

Stitches: Will be removed in 7-10 days

Support: Compression wraps must be worn continously for 4-6 weeks.

Work: Most can return to work in 7-14 days, if you have stopped taking prescription pain medication.  If your job requires lifting, you should wait 4-6 weeks

Driving:  May be resumed after you have stopped taking prescription pain medication

Exercise: May be resumed in 6 weeks

Final result:  Will be seen after swelling has fully subsided, which will be in 4-6 months