Lymphatic Drainage After Plastic Surgery

Swelling is normal after an injury or surgery. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a particular technique useful for swelling. It helps keep the lymphatic drainage system functioning at a peak level by stimulating the lymph vessels and lymph nodes. Stimulation of the lymphatic system increases the rate at which the body removes waste, dead cell particles and inflammatory agents from our tissue. Accelerating the lymphatic flow has been demonstrated to reduce swelling and bruising of the injured tissue. Studies indicate that as the volume of fluid at the injury site is reduced, rehabilitation time may be shortened. The New York State Licensed massage therapists at Wave Crest Massage are trained and certified in the gentle techniques of Manual Lymphatic Drainage.

Tummy Tucks

By moving the lymphatic fluid away from the tummy tuck area, both swelling and bruising are reduced. This helps to make the tummy tuck results more immediately apparent. 

Breast Augmentation

MLD can move the lymphatic fluid away from swollen areas without affecting the healing process. MLD after breast augmentation can help improve the results of the surgery and dramatically increase your level of comfort.

Following breast augmentation, patients may notice the effects of the body's immune system as it responds to the perceived trauma of surgery. When the immune system detects an injury, it directs lymphatic fluid to the area to aid in the healing process. While this is a desirable effect during an injury and is not harmful in any way following surgery, the swelling and bruising that accompany this effect can be uncomfortable and may obscure the results of your breast augmentation surgery.

Liposuction 

MLD is an effective method to treat swelling and lumpiness experienced after a liposuction procedure, speeding recovery time. Not only do patients appreciate the pain reduction often experienced from MLD, but they can see their procedure results much sooner with the reduction in swelling. It's common for liposuction clients to have what they see as a problem area of hardess or lumpiness after the procedure. MLD and other manual therapy techniques can also soften these areas.

Facial Procedures and Facelifts

While many cosmetic procedures can benefit from MLD very soon after completion, facial procedures may require more time before beginning MLD. As with any surgery or procedure, we tell all clients to get permission from their doctor before beginning any post-treatment.

MLD can expedite recovery and is a technique that assists the movement of lymph fluid in the lymph vessels and body tissues. The lymphatic vessels are drains that run throughout the body. They remove the swelling and fluid in the facial skin and tissue. MLD is a precise touch technique that helps move fluid through the lymph vessels to resolve swelling.



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Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Specializing In Therapeutic and Esthetic Lymphatic Drainage

Massages designed specifically to enhance the flow within lymph vessels have been shown to have numerous positive health benefits. These treatments can be very effective before and after surgery to help in healing wounds or chronic conditions, or as part of a beauty regimen. At Wave Crest Massage in Suffolk County we provide lymphatic drainage massages on the head and face as well as the entire body to help with these conditions.

Lymph vessels play a big role in transporting waste, water, proteins and other debris within the body. They remove these materials from connective tissues and carry them to the bloodstream, performing filtering and other functions along the way. At the sites where the lymph vessels pass through lymph nodes, additional functions related to immunity are taken.

When an injury is sustained or surgery is performed on connective tissue, the lymph system is forced to work overtime to efficiently remove all the inflammatory products and toxins and pull these substances away from the affected area. The entire system is thrown into overdrive and vessels can become congested, slowing lymph vessel functioning when it is needed most and in turn curtailing recovery.

Almost anyone can benefit from the Therapeutic and Esthetic Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage from our Certified Therapists at Wave Crest Massage.

Some of the reasons why many health-conscious people seek this treat are:

• Pre-Surgery - When performed prior to an operation, this massage can help prepare the body for surgery by flushing out toxins, stimulating the immune system and ensuring that the lymphatic system is functioning as it should prior to surgery.
• Post-Surgery - After an invasive  procedure is performed, the body (and the lymphatic system in particular) can be overwhelmed. Trauma has occurred and all the systems are fighting to send the surgical site what it needs to heal while at the same time carrying away dead cells and other waste that must be filtered out. In times of stress, the lymph vessels can become overwhelmed and slow their functioning, extending the healing process. This treatment can help get the body back on track for a faster, healthier recovery.
• After an Injury - The lymphatic system is critical to the healing process. Sprains, strains, whiplash, burns, wounds, bruising and swelling can be reduced and healing time shortened.
• Chronic Conditions - Lymphatic drainage therapeutic massage has helped people find relief from a variety of chronic conditions including fibromyalgia, digestive issues, migraines, allergies, arthritis, sinusitis and tinnitus to name a few. It is also frequently used to reduce the pain associated with various health conditions.
• Cosmetic Reasons and General Well-Being - Even if you aren't planning surgery or have not suffered a serious illness or injury, you can reap the benefits of heightened lymphatic activity. Lymphatic drainage massage has been shown to reduce the appearance of cellulite and to rejuvenate the skin by promoting new collagen growth. It can also help in the treatment of puffy eyes and alleviate stress and fatigue.

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