Avoid anti-inflammatory medications
Discuss pain management with your surgeon and take only the recommended medication. It may seem like a good idea to take anti-inflammatory meds, but these drugs dilate blood vessels, which can increase swelling and bleeding, prolonging your healing time.
Use frozen peas to reduce swelling
For the first three days after your procedure, it’s important to apply a bag of frozen peas to your eyes and cheek area, where most of the swelling and bruising occurs. The frozen peas will cause the blood vessels to constrict, which will reduce swelling. The better you’re able to control the swelling, the faster your nose will heal.
Go for a walk
While it’s important to avoid vigorous exercise, go for a light walk as soon as you’re able. Walking increases your circulation and keeps fluids moving through your body to support a rapid recovery.
Take it easy for the first seven to ten days
If you’re always on the go and keep a jam-packed schedule, mentally prepare to take it easy for the first seven to ten days following rhinoplasty. Activities, like playing sports or engaging in strenuous exercise, put extra stress on your body and increase the risk of bumping your nose, both of which can set back your recovery.
Follow a nutritious diet
There is a link between nutrition status and recovery time from operations. For example, low zinc intake can slow your healing. Eating foods packed with an array of vital nutrients, however, supports a speedy recovery.
Follow post-operative instructions
Follow these directions to the letter! Ignoring any post-op instructions increases the risk of complications, which can prolong your recovery.
Take the recommended time off work
Some people believe they won’t need the recommended two weeks off work to recover. However, it’s crucial not to underestimate the time you’ll need to heal. At the very least, you should plan to take 10 days off from your job to recover from rhinoplasty. Trying to go back to work too soon may do more harm than good and cost you recovery time.
Avoid spicy foods
The first three weeks are the most critical to your rhinoplasty recovery. Any irritation to your nose or nasal passages could cause complications. That’s why you’ll be urged to avoid spicy foods for this period. Spices such as chili powder irritate the sinuses and can make swelling worse. Any irritation to your nose can extend the healing time.
Attend all scheduled post-operative appointments
Follow-up appointments . Even if you’re feeling good and experiencing a speedy recovery, don’t skip your scheduled post-operative appointments. Missing these follow-ups could mean missing a chance to spot a problem, and setting back your recovery instead.
Limit your salt intake
Salt increases fluid retention, which can aggravate swelling during your recovery. You can help minimize swelling by sticking to a low-sodium diet for the first two weeks after your surgery. You should already plan to eat nutritious fruits, vegetables, lean protein and high-fiber foods. These foods are naturally low in sodium.
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