Key Takeaways Anticipate a phased recovery—from immediate rest and compression, to progressive return to activity, to results that emerge over a few months, depending on if it’s noninvasive, minimally invasive, or surgical. You can control pain and swelling with prescribed medications, cold therapy, and round-the-clock wear of correctly fitted compression garments, and alert your surgeon to any severe or persistent pain right away. Bolster recovery with smart daily practices such as balanced, protein-packed meals, metric-tracked hydration, ample sleep, and light activity to encourage circulation and minimize blood clot risk. Adhere to

Key Takeaways Skin laxity is the slow loss of firmness and elasticity due to collagen and elastin degradation, and it typically impacts the face, neck, and abdomen. Guard skin with sunscreen and minimal environmental exposure to slow progression. Non-surgical treatments target new collagen production, with radiofrequency, focused ultrasound and laser therapies varying in depth, precision and downtime — talk through options with a clinician to align the tech with your needs. Good candidates generally have minimal to moderate sag and realistic expectations, with severe laxity or active skin disease potentially needing