Your Guide to Recovery 1-3 Weeks After Surgery

,La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre COSMETIC SURGERY GUIDE TO RECOVERY 1-3 Weeks after 1-3 WEEKS AFTER SURGERY: LOOKING GOOD Your energy and comfort level will improve steadily as you heal. Now you can begin light activity and start to transition back to work and family life. However, the emotional aspects of recovery start coming into play right about now. Don't be surprised if nitpicking and restlessness take center stage. You may find that your new look feels strange, even if you think the results look great. This is a normal response at this point and doesn't mean that you made the wrong decision. It may take a few weeks to start associating your new look with your self-image. Additionally, boredom may tempt you to jump back into your full routine too soon. But, don't do it! It's not worth setting back your recovery by weeks or even months to try to sneak back to the gym before you're ready. We promise you won't lose years of fitness in just a few weeks. Be patient, and stay positive. The best part of recovery is about to begin! What you may feel & hear after cosmetic surgery An excellent recovery actually begins well before you even set a date for surgery. Follow these guidelines, and you'll enjoy lower risk of complications and less stress leading up to surgery. You'll also be better prepared to cope with the emotional ups and downs of recovery. www.ljcsc.com Surgery "I love it!" ---NORMAL LINE--- Low Energy Notice Other's Reactions "You look wonderfull" Nit Picking 1st Week 2nd Week "Nit Picky 3rd Week "Emotional Rollercoaster" 4th Week + "Joy" "Show Off" LA JOLLA COSMETIC SURGERY CENTRE www.ljcsc.com A MIENCAL GRDUP est. 1938