A vital step in healing, comfort, and optimal cosmetic results.
Post-operative lymphatic drainage, often referred to as “lymphatic massage,” is a medically specialized technique designed to reduce swelling, prevent fibrosis, enhance circulation, and support optimal healing after cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, including liposuction, tummy tuck, breast augmentation, reduction as well as reconstruction. These symptoms are often due to lymphatic system overload, which occurs when your body accumulates excess fluid, cellular waste, and inflammatory byproducts—commonly known as post-surgical edema.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), also commonly referred as Lymphatic Massage, is a gentle, medically recognized technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system and speed up recovery after surgery.
However, true lymphatic drainage is not a spa massage. To be safe, effective, and clinically appropriate—especially on healing surgical tissue—it must be performed by a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) with advanced knowledge of post-surgical anatomy, lymphatic physiology, tissue mechanics, fibrosis prevention, and healing timelines.
When to Begin?
Most patients benefit from starting lymphatic drainage within 1–2 weeks post-surgery, depending on physician clearance. Some may begin even earlier if approved by their surgeon, while others continue treatments for several weeks or months to optimize long-term results.
What to Expect During Treatment?
- Chronic muscle tightness and stiffness
- Neck and back pain
- Shoulder and rotator cuff dysfunction
- Sciatica and nerve entrapment symptoms
- Plantar fasciitis and Achilles pain
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Postural restrictions and mobility deficits
- Sports-related muscle fatigue or recovery needs
- Post-surgical soft tissue tightness
Why It Matters Who Performs Your Treatment?
Why Choose a CLT + Physical Therapist? How It Impacts Your Recovery?
Precision lymphatic mapping and drainage sequencing Faster swelling reduction and better fluid movement
Skilled fibrosis and scar tissue management Prevents hardening, lumps, and contour irregularities
Clinical knowledge of tissue healing and post-op precautions Protects incisions, implants, and surgical integrity
Ability to detect complications early Helps prevent seroma, infection, or delayed healing
Guided progression to mobility and recovery exercises Enhances results, comfort, and long-term function
Protect Your Investment. Protect Your Results
When performed by a trained CLT and Physical Therapist, lymphatic drainage becomes a therapeutic medical intervention—not just a massage.
It supports tissue recovery, reduces postoperative risks, improves comfort, accelerates healing, and enhances final cosmetic appearance.
- Safe
- Medically guided
- Results-focused
Schedule your Post-Plastic Surgery Lymphatic Massage today and experience the difference that expert, clinically guided care can make in your healing journey.