When you have just been through surgery, your recovery process is important. Self-care matters because it keeps you healthy, improves your well-being, and supports healing. You need plenty of rest, fluids, and nutritious food to help your body heal. At the same time, you may also benefit from directly treating the surgically affected area. Post-op lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) is one of the most effective ways to improve your recovery after a surgical operation.
Benefits of Post-Op Lymphatic Drainage
- Reduce Swelling
- Reduce Bruising
- Treat Pain
- Minimize Scarring
- Boost Immune System
Reduce Lymphatic Swelling Near the Operation Site
Surgical activity often disrupts lymph flow, leading to fluid buildup and swelling near the treatment site. Lymphatic drainage massage can help your lymph find its way through the correct lymphatic channels and reduce swelling near your surgically affected area.
Reduce Bruising and Discoloration
If you are experiencing bruising or discoloration near the treatment area, lymphatic drainage massage is often the best answer. Your massage therapist will help to gently move the discoloring blood and lymph below the surface of your skin so it will disperse back into your body and reduce the visual bruising effect.
Treat Post-Operative Pain and Discomfort
The right massage can often help to ease pain and discomfort after an operation. Swelling from lymph buildup or bruising can make the area feel tender, while muscle clenching near the treatment site may cause soreness or tension. Lymphatic drainage massage can help ease that pain and discomfort.
Reduce the Formation of Scar Tissue
Most people do not want a scar after they have been through surgery. Whether recovering from an injury or cosmetic treatment, reducing the risk of a scar is likely a high priority. Lymphatic drainage massage can soften healing tissue and minimize scar tissue formation.
Boost the Immune System for Recovery
In addition to easing pain and swelling and promoting healthy skin recovery, MLD also boosts your recovery time. This is because the right kind of massage can increase your immune system so that you heal faster and fight complications with the greatest effectiveness.
Planning a Surgery or Recovering from Surgery, Try Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Whether you have surgery scheduled or are currently grappling with post-operation recovery, we can help. Here at Naturally Zuri Massage & Therapeutic Bodywork, we offer post-op lymphatic drainage massage to make you feel good, look your best, and recover more quickly through gentle and expert massage therapy. Contact us today to book your therapy session and feel better after surgery.
