The procedure: The procedure is performed under regional or general anaesthesia (depending on the region of the body operated on). The patient stays at the clinic overnight. Right after the procedure the patient is fitted with a special corset to be worn for a minimum of 4 weeks, day and night, removing it only to wash. Sutures are removed 7 days after the procedure. On day 3 post op the patient is started on ointments accelerating the resorption of haematomas. For the first 7 days following the operation the patient should be taking anticoagulants (acetylsalicylic acid based preparations) in order to prevent thromboembolic complications. Massage 3 weeks after the operation.