5 Reasons You Need Lymphatic Drainage Massage After Surgery

Iyona Carthon, LMT • June 5, 2019

5 Reasons Lymphatic Drainage Is Needed After Surgery

 Lymphatic Drainage has become increasingly popular over the last few years, all thanks to the rise in cosmetic procedures, such as Brazilian Butt Lifts, Liposuction and Tummy Tucks. Many Plastic surgeons recommend clients start a manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage regimen within the first few days of recovery. Some ask the question, “are the massages really necessary”? I can tell you five reasons why the answer is Yes! Lymphatic Drainage Massages:


  1. Assist in moving stagnant lymph fluid- With the trauma your lymphatic system just went through it’s unable to properly do its job. Manually moving the stagnant lymph fluid helps decrease the chances of infection.
  2. Reduces bruising- MLD allows cells that are transported by the lymph system to be moved away 10 times faster  allowing bruises to heal in a fraction of the time.
  3. Reduces edema- MLD reroutes lymph fluid to collateral and viable pathways untouched by surgery to allow accelerated drainage, as opposed to the slow trickle of tissue fluids in the operative site.
  4. Reduces pain- The pressure of lymph fluid decreases around nerve, relieving pain and discomfort.
  5. Prevents scar-tissue -When lymph fluid is left undisturbed it is known to solidify, which is the beginning stage of the formation of scar tissue. Not only does the area feel like there is marbles under the skin, it appears uneven and lumpy.

     These are just a few of the reasons why MLD can be so integral to your body after going through surgical procedures. Massage can foster healing within the body after it has experienced the trauma of surgery. It is known to bring back essential nutrients and blood to the areas operated on in surgery. If you’re in the Cleveland area and in need of Manual Lymphatic Drainage give Glow Wellness Boutique a call today (216)626-6225!

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