Cosmetic Surgery After Care
We know the thought of the recovery process after your procedure may seem overwhelming, which is why we strive to make the process as calming and relaxing as possible.
It is quite likely that your surgeon will recommend lymphatic massage (MLD) after your treatment. This is to ensure you get the best possible results and to accelerate the healing process. (Who wants to wait to show off their new bod)!
Swelling and inflammation are a completely normal part of the recovery process, however if left untreated, there is a chance that the “good/soft” swelling can become hard, lumpy fibrotic tissue that may become permanent.
MLD treatments after your procedure helps to ensure that your body heals optimally, reducing the risk of seromas, hematomas and the formation of fibrotic tissue.
In most cases MLD should not be painful. This is a very light technique that encourages your lymphatic vessels to clear the excess fluid. Please note – MLD will not forcibly push fluid out of your incisions (incisional drainage). This is out of the scope of practice of an RMT and has many potential risks to your health and recovery. If this is the procedure you are looking for, please refer back to your surgeon.
You can start your lymphatic treatment almost immediately after your procedure. Ideally you should book your first MLD treatment within 3-5 days of your surgery (as long as you’re not experiencing any infections or other complications).
Every case is individual, but for ideal results you should plan on a series of 6-12 treatments. We recommend booking your appointments prior to your procedure to ensure that Lindsay can fit you into her schedule in a timely manner.
| WEEKS OF POST-OP | # OF TREATMENTS | LENGTH OF SESSION |
| 1-3 | 1-2 sessions / week | 45 min is a good starting point for most procedures |
| 4-6 | 1 session / week | 45 min is a good starting point for most procedures |
| 6-10 | 1 session every other week | 45 min is a good starting point for most procedures |
| 10+ | Monthly Maint. | 45 min is a good starting point for most procedures |