Gangnam
Dr. Yoongon Ryu
Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
Flagship clinic · KOL for leading lifting & regenerative devices
Recovery after plantar botulinum toxin type A is quick: most patients walk out the same day, with mild tenderness for 1 to 2 days; over 30,000 treatments inform our aftercare guidance.
Downtime after sole hyperhidrosis treatment in Korea is minimal. Most people walk out the same day with only mild foot tenderness for 1 to 2 days and occasional small bruises. You avoid heavy walking and intense exercise for the rest of the day, then resume normal activity. Sweating starts dropping within 3 to 7 days.
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Sole hyperhidrosis treatment uses intradermal botulinum toxin type A to reduce excessive sweating of the feet. Because the injections are shallow and target sweat glands rather than muscle, recovery is short and there is no surgical wound to heal. The main recovery experience is mild soreness or tenderness in the soles for a day or two, since the sole bears your body weight and has many nerve endings.
Most people return to normal daily activity the same day, simply avoiding heavy walking, long standing, and vigorous exercise for the rest of that day. Any tiny injection marks or small bruises typically fade within a few days. Because the treatment does not weaken the foot, walking is preserved, though comfort improves as any tenderness settles. Published technique using 15 to 20 shallow points per foot supports this quick, low-downtime recovery profile.
At Reberry Clinic in Seoul, Korea, aftercare is explained in English so international patients know exactly what to expect on the day and in the week that follows.
The short recovery comes from how the treatment works. Botulinum toxin type A is delivered intradermally, into the shallow skin layer of the sole, across roughly 15 to 20 evenly spaced points, so no deep tissue or muscle is disturbed. There is no incision, so there is nothing to stitch or bandage. The toxin blocks the acetylcholine signal to sweat glands, and while that effect takes about 3 to 7 days to reduce sweating, it does not slow physical recovery. The only real recovery factor is transient tenderness because the weight-bearing sole is sensitive, which is why aftercare focuses on resting the feet for the remainder of the treatment day.
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You rest briefly, then can walk out; expect mild tenderness across the 1 treated sole per foot.
Avoid heavy walking, long standing, and intense exercise for the rest of the day while any soreness settles.
Tenderness usually eases within 1 to 2 days; small injection marks or bruises may remain briefly.
Sweating starts dropping noticeably as the gland signals are blocked, while recovery is already complete.
Full sweat-reducing effect is reached by about 2 weeks, with no lingering downtime by this point.
See representative outcomes from Reberry Clinic. Results build gradually and vary by individual; your plan is assessed at consultation.
Aftercare is explained in English before treatment so you know what to expect over the next 1 to 2 days.
After about 30 minutes of treatment, you rest briefly and are advised to rest the feet for the remainder of the day.
Mild tenderness usually lasts 1 to 2 days; small marks or bruises fade within a few days.
Sweating drops within about 3 to 7 days, so relief begins while recovery is already finished.
Avoid heavy foot exertion the first day; the dry result then commonly lasts several months.
Downtime is minimal: most people walk out the same day with only mild foot tenderness for 1 to 2 days. There is no wound to heal because the injections are shallow. You rest the feet for the remainder of the day, then resume normal life. See our botox injection page for the full picture.
Yes. The treatment targets sweat glands, not muscles, so walking strength is preserved and you can walk out of the clinic. Your soles may feel mildly tender, so heavy walking or long standing is best avoided for the rest of that day. Comfort improves as any tenderness settles within a day or two.
Light activity is fine the next day, but avoid intense exercise, running, and prolonged standing for the rest of the treatment day so tender soles can settle. Most people return to their normal exercise routine within 1 to 2 days. Listen to your feet and ease back rather than pushing through soreness.
Some soreness or tenderness in the soles is common because the weight-bearing foot has many nerve endings, but it is usually mild and limited to 1 to 2 days. Numbing measures during treatment reduce discomfort. If soreness lingers beyond a couple of days, contact the clinic for advice.
Small bruises or tiny injection marks can appear because many shallow points are treated, but they are usually minor and fade within a few days. They rarely affect walking. Avoiding blood-thinning substances beforehand, where medically appropriate, can reduce bruising, which is discussed in your consultation.
Sweat reduction begins within about 3 to 7 days and reaches full effect by roughly 2 weeks. So while physical recovery is over quickly, the result builds slightly later. If your feet still sweat on day one, that is normal and expected as the toxin has not yet blocked the gland signals.
Once recovery is complete, dryness commonly lasts several months before sweating gradually returns as nerves recover. Because it is not a one-time fix, most people repeat treatment once or twice a year. Your injection treatment plan is set in consultation to match how quickly your sweating comes back.
Aftercare is simple: rest the feet, avoid heavy walking and heat for the rest of the day, keep the soles clean and dry, and skip vigorous exercise briefly. There are no dressings or stitches. Detailed instructions are given at your consultation so recovery stays smooth and comfortable.
The principle is the same, but soles can feel more tender because they bear weight and are sensitive, so a quiet day helps. Underarm recovery often has even less tenderness. Whichever area is treated, downtime is minimal and same-day return to activity is usual, as covered on our botox injection page.
Serious problems are uncommon with careful intradermal dosing; most effects are limited to short-lived tenderness, small bruises, or brief soreness when walking. Because the sole has no fine-motor role like the hand, functional concerns are limited. Share your medical history in your consultation so recovery is planned safely for you.
Yes, since downtime is so short, some international patients add a facial or skin treatment during the same visit. For instance, a separate skin care plan can run alongside. Timing is arranged in consultation so recovery from each treatment does not overlap uncomfortably.
Cost depends on the area, the amount of toxin used, and whether one or both feet are treated, so it is discussed in a consultation rather than listed as a fixed price. Our injectable and toxin care is consultation-led, so an assessment gives an accurate figure.
Because downtime is minimal, many international patients allow just 1 to 2 days. This covers a consultation, the roughly 30-minute treatment, and a short rest before heavy walking or a flight. Sweat relief develops over 3 to 7 days, so you do not need to stay in Korea to see the full effect.
Flying the same or next day is generally fine, as there is no wound and downtime is minimal, though your soles may feel tender during long walks through the airport. Avoid heavy standing and intense activity for the rest of the day. If unsure, message us in English before you travel for tailored advice.
You can contact the clinic in English via WhatsApp once home if you have questions as your feet settle and sweating decreases over 3 to 7 days. Remote follow-up is common. Our botox injection page outlines the expected timeline so you can tell normal recovery from anything unexpected.
| Botulinum toxin type A | Iontophoresis | Surgical sympathectomy | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | Intradermal injections | Electrical current in water | Operative nerve interruption |
| Downtime | Minimal, 1 to 2 days tenderness | None, but frequent sessions | Significant surgical recovery |
| Return to activity | Usually same day | Same day each session | Days to weeks |
| Wound care | None, no incision | None | Incision and healing needed |
| Effect onset | About 3 to 7 days | Gradual over sessions | Immediate but invasive |
| Repeat needed | Every several months | Ongoing regularly | Intended as one-time surgery |
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