Lymphatic drainage massage, also known as manual lymphatic drainage, reduces edema caused by medical treatment or sickness that obstructs the lymphatic system. Lymphatic drainage massage is gently manipulating particular regions of your body to assist lymph flow.

Usage of Lymphatic Drainage Massage 

Plastic surgeons routinely prescribe Lymphatic Drainage Massage during the healing phase following surgeries. It shortens healing time and improves outcomes by lowering post-surgical edema and fibrosis (scar tissue formation). 

Edema & Swelling

Despite being under control, surgery causes trauma. This increased permeability permits lymph fluids, white blood cells, and other substances to flood the affected regions, kicking off the healing process. This is referred to as inflammation or edema.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage stimulates lymph nodes and promotes the regular contractions of lymph vessels, increasing their activity and allowing sluggish lymphatic fluid to be redirected.

Bruises

After surgery, bruises are caused by broken down cellular tissue and aged red blood cells that become lodged in the tissues. Lymphatic drainage pushes waste items out of confined places, allowing you to restore function more rapidly.

Fibrosis

Lymphatic drainage can assist to prevent or minimize fibrosis because it eliminates fluid buildup, aids in the breakdown of big protein complexes, and improves lymphatic flow.

Scars

Lymph drainage aids in the healing of injured lymph vessels reconnects interrupted paths and develops new pathways as needed. Scars and adhesions can have their paths repaired over time. And this leads to improved health, optimal flow, and vitality in the surgical region as well as general health.

Why is Lymphatic Drainage Massage Important for the Lymphatic System?

The body’s ability to renew tissues, drain fluids, filter out foreign chemicals and poisons, cleanse, and maintain a healthy immune system is dependent on a functioning lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is complicated, consisting of nodes and lymph veins that collaborate to fulfill these goals. And when the body is stressed, exhausted, infected, fighting a disease process, or—in certain cases—recovering after surgery, the process may be hindered.

Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage

The benefits of lymphatic drainage massage include improved and enhanced skin condition, especially on the face. When skin cells are soaked in fluid, such as when lymph flows, they appear more young and vibrant. 

Also, a lymphatic drainage massage can:

  • Efficiently heal illness, injury, or surgery
  • Support relaxation
  • Relieve stress
  • Reduce scar formation
  • Remove excess water and metabolic waste from the tissue
  • Reduce swelling and fluid retention
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For all these reasons, a lymphatic drainage massage may be quite beneficial to individuals who require it!

Risk Factors of Lymphatic Drainage Massage

In general, lymphatic drainage massage is a safe therapy for lymphedema. There are various disorders and situations in which lymphatic drainage massage is not advised, such as:

  • People with heart conditions
  • People with kidney problems
  • People with blood clots
  • People with infection

If you are worried that a lymphatic drainage massage would harm your physical health, talk with your doctor first!

Common FAQs

Is Lymphatic Drainage Massage Painful?

No! It is NOT an unpleasant experience! Lymphatic massage, when done correctly, is mild and calming – even shortly after surgery.

How Many Sessions Do I Need?

The answer is dependent on the sort of plastic surgery you have and the extent of it. For the first 1-4 weeks, most doctors would suggest a schedule of 2-3 treatments each week. For liposuction operations, when lymphatic system damage is more extensive, it may be essential to continue a program for many weeks to a few months after surgery to fully restore lymphatic flow.

How Soon After Surgery Should I Have Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

Surgeons frequently advise their patients to begin lymphatic drainage as soon as possible after surgery, ideally within the first few days.

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