Lymphatic Drainage Massage after plastic surgery is SO IMPORTANT because it is the primary way to help heal and support your body in recovery and getting you looking SNATCHED.
Sounds simple, right?
But what IS your lymph system and what does it do? And why should you even care? In this article, Lymphatic Drainage and Plastic Surgery, I want to explain some basics of why lymphatic drainage massage is SO IMPORTANT after plastic surgery.
Imagine a city (like Jersey City, for example) that has no sewer system. The street would flood with water and sewage, there would be accidents and it would be REALLY difficult to get around.
Thats why, when your lymph system gets backed up, or sluggish, or in the case of plastic surgery – damaged, your body gets swollen, sore, painful, and sometimes you feel like your coming down with the flu. You see, your lymph system is your waste removal system. It’s directly linked to your immunity and how your cells behave over time.
This might sound gross, but your cells poop. I KNOW RIGHT?! They produce cellular waste as they burn energy to keep us alive. That waste is a protein rich fluid called, you guess it: Lymph fluid. It is deposited into a space between your muscle and skin called your interstitum. Most of the time you don’t notice it because when the pressure from that fluid builds up, these little drains called vacuoles (like a bathtub drain) open up, move it through your lymph vesicles (just like sewer pipes) and move that fluid up to your vena cava (a vein around your neck), all the while moving through your lymph nodes (those places your doctor checks when your sick) and eventually you pee it out.
HOW COOL IS THAT?!
So if you think about it along the analogy of a sewer system, it’s like having all these roads flooded and you need someone to come in and remove all the fluid, so the roads work again.
Thats where we come in.
Especially after something like liposuction, or a BBL, your internal sewer system has been damaged and we need to help move the fluid along to healthy structures. This is also the reason you wear a compression garment, to help the fluid move along – it’s ALSO the reason you get “pooling” of fluid at the bottom of the compression garment. It’s like a dam, and all the fluid behind it gets backed up. Anyway, I digress. After doing plastic surgery, your body needs months to recover, and rebuild the sewer pipes around the area that was affected. During that entire time you need help to get your fluid build up out of that area. You can do that yourself, and it’s important that whomever you see teaches you the correct way to do it.
It is perfectly common to be unfamiliar with the intricate workings of the lymphatic system until you are preparing for or recovering from an elective procedure. If you find yourself with questions or feeling uncertain about the healing process, know that your experience is completely natural. Unfortunately, many surgical offices focus primarily on the procedure itself and do not adequately address this vital part of the recovery journey, which can lead to unnecessary concern when swelling or discomfort persists.
In most cases, your body is functioning exactly as it should, responding to surgical trauma by initiating its natural defense mechanisms. However, the path to full recovery after liposuction often takes significantly longer than many patients are initially led to believe. The inflammatory response and subsequent fluid retention are complex stages of healing, and we are here to provide the specialized support, professional guidance, and clarity you need to navigate this time with confidence.
Beyond post-operative care, we also offer pre-surgical consultations to help you prime your body for the best possible outcome. Ensuring your lymphatic system is in optimal health before your procedure can facilitate a smoother recovery, reduce initial inflammation, and enhance your final results. For more in-depth advice and professional insights on managing post-surgical changes, please visit: https://salvationwellness.com/best-advice-for-swelling-after-liposuction/
It is common to be unfamiliar with the lymphatic system until undergoing elective surgery, so it is completely natural to have questions. Unfortunately, many surgical offices do not address this vital part of the recovery process, which can lead to unnecessary concern. In most cases, your body is functioning exactly as it should. Liposuction recovery often takes longer than anticipated, and we are here to provide the support and clarity you need. We can even help you prepare for your procedure to ensure your lymphatic system is in optimal health beforehand.
For more information, please visit: https://salvationwellness.com/best-advice-for-swelling-after-liposuction/
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