Lymphedema Therapy of Alaska
Surgical Recovery

Post-Cosmetic Surgery Recovery

Essential lymphatic support following Liposuction, Tummy Tucks, BBLs, and Mommy Makeovers.

Why MLD is Critical After Surgery

Cosmetic surgery disrupts the natural lymphatic pathways, causing extreme fluid retention, uncomfortable swelling, and potentially painful hard lumps (fibrosis). Standard massage techniques push this fluid around blindly. As a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, I utilize precise Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) to re-route fluid back into your deepest nodes, flushing out cellular waste and dramatically reducing your recovery timeline.

  • Reduces traumatic swelling and bruising
  • Prevents the formation of hard scar tissue (fibrosis)
  • Accelerates tissue healing via improved microcirculation
  • Relieves the intense 'tightness' felt after liposuction

Treatment Guidelines

For optimal results, surgeons typically recommend beginning lymphatic drainage within 3 to 7 days post-operation. Early intervention is the key to preventing permanent fibrotic scar tissue.

Recommended Setup

We highly recommend pairing your MLD sessions with our Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy chamber to crush global inflammation aggressively.

Ready to accelerate your cellular healing?

Skip the trial-and-error. Reserve your comprehensive 90-minute evaluation with Jeana Kaufman to map out your intensive decongestive baseline.