30/09/2025
Let’s talk Post op aftercare🗣️
When it comes to recovery after surgery, aftercare is just as important as your surgeon. Whether you’ve had a tummy tuck, BBL, liposuction, gastric sleeve, muscle repair, leg lift, or arm lift the way you look after your body during the healing stage will define your long term results.
💆🏽♀️ So, what’s the difference between a normal MLD massage and a Post-Op Lymphatic Massage?
A standard Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) massage is gentle and supportive of your natural lymphatic system. But post-op lymphatic massages are tailored to surgical recovery. They not only reduce swelling and fluid build up but also help prevent fibrosis (scar tissue hardening), reduce risk of seromas, speed up wound healing, and guide your body back to balance after trauma.
⚡ The Benefits of Post-Op Lymphatic Massages:
• Reduce swelling & inflammation
• Accelerate healing (up to 50% faster recovery time)
• Prevent fluid build up, seromas & fibrosis
• Improve circulation & oxygen flow
• Shape & contour the treated area for better surgical results
• Support emotional wellbeing, lowering anxiety & post-op depression
• Minimise scarring & help smooth skin texture
• Ease pain & discomfort naturally
🚨 What can go wrong without proper aftercare?
Skipping post-op massages can lead to:
• Severe swelling & prolonged bruising
• Fibrosis (hard, uneven lumps of scar tissue)
• Seromas (pockets of fluid that may require drainage)
• Poor skin retraction
• Delayed healing and infections
• Compromised results after spending thousands on surgery
That’s why choosing the right aftercare is non-negotiable.
🗓️ What we need from you to prepare:
• Surgery dates & flight details (so we can book you in at the soonest, safest time)
• Procedure details (tummy tuck, BBL, lipo areas, etc.)
• How many sessions you’ll need (we’ll advise the ideal package)
✨ What we provide along your recovery journey:
• Faja’s for different compression stages
• Surgery pillows for comfort & posture
• Wound care support
• Scar reduction advice & treatments
• Ongoing support (yes, even if you need us for a reassuring chat before or after surgery)
