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Lymphatic Drainage and pre / post surgery:
We offer manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) treatment to help with fluid retention and general healing pre and post surgery MLD is commonly prescribed after surgery, including both medical and cosmetic surgeries. MLD can begin immediately after surgery or around 3 days after (the sooner the better). The main goal is to prevent a Seroma forming (see below). Gentel pressure and pumping movements used in MLD can help reduce fluid retention. Risks of surgery: A risk associated to surgery is a Seroma. A Seroma occurs when lymphatic tissue is damaged (or removed) during surgery, leading to a build up of waste fluid and tissue. Most Seromas will heal natural, however can cause discomfort and prolong the recovery process. Seroma symptoms: - Swelling / inflammation of the affected areas - Buldiging or raised appearance to the skin - Pain / discomfort - Feeling of fluid under the skin - Leakage of fluid While it may not be possible to prevent a Seroma occurring during surgery, there are measures that can be taken to minimise risk. These include: - Follow / be led by the surgeon advice - Maintenance of hydration and nutrition - Avoid excessive exercise - Wear compression garments While surgery is generally safe, there is a risk of also developing firbosis (thickening of the scar tissue) - massage and lymphatic drainage can be beneficial to reducing this also. If you are due to have surgery and would like some more information of how we can help you. Please get in touch (or book online |
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