Postoperative Lymphatic Drainage

Post-operative lymphatic drainage is a manual therapeutic technique that aims to optimize the lymphatic system, facilitating the elimination of fluids and toxins. Let’s explore in detail the importance of lymphatic drainage in each of these phases:

Before surgery

It’s important because it will cleanse the body, i.e. it will release excess toxins and fluids, unblocking all the lymph that circulates through the body. All of this will contribute positively to the response to the surgical intervention, since blood and lymph circulation will be improved.

After surgery

After surgery or trauma, there is an increased passage of fluids through the wall of the blood vessels. Another issue to bear in mind with surgery is that the lymphatic channels responsible for draining the lymph can be damaged.

In this context, lymphatic drainage is taking on a new role. This technique, used in the post-surgery period, helps to drain fluids and toxins from the body, reducing swelling and preventing the localized accumulation of fluid and unwanted fibrosis that can form during the healing process.

Benefits

As well as helping to reduce swelling resulting from excess fluid build-up, post-operative lymphatic drainage also reduces the inflammatory process caused by the surgery, helps relieve pain and speeds up healing.

Our lymphatic drainage is conducted by physiotherapists specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery, guaranteeing exceptional care and superior results. The treatment lasts 1.5 hours for detailed and personalized care. If necessary, we assist in the removal and placement of surgical belts, prioritizing your recovery and comfort.

• 1 session (1.5 hours): 65€

Packages:

• 8 sessions: 480€

Post-operative lymphatic drainage has some special features compared to the traditional procedure. In the post-operative period, it is done even more gently and with light movements so as not to cause pain to the patient.

The physiotherapist performs maneuvers to empty the lymph nodes, which are responsible for swelling in the post-operative period. These liquids are then directed into the urine to be eliminated from the body.

Post-operative lymphatic drainage can effectively contribute to a better recovery. And it can be performed in the postoperative period of all types of surgery, whether for aesthetic reasons or to treat a health problem.

In addition, if necessary, some of the treatments below can also be carried out to complement post-operative lymphatic drainage, providing a holistic and comprehensive approach to recovery:

• RadiofrequencyThe toning of the skin and the stimulation of collagen production provided by radiofrequency can help reduce the rigidity and thickness of fibrosis, improving the flexibility of the skin and smoothing its appearance.
• EndermologieThe mechanical massage of endermologie can break down fibrous adhesions and promote the dispersion of scar tissue, helping to reduce fibrosis and improve skin texture.
• PressotherapyPressotherapy uses air pressure to stimulate the lymphatic system, reducing fluid retention, swelling and promoting the drainage of toxins. This can speed up the healing process and reduce post-operative discomfort.

Despite the benefits of post-operative lymphatic drainage, this technique should not be performed without medical authorization. It’s important to talk to your doctor so that he or she can assess whether performing lymphatic drainage in the post-operative period presents any surgical complications or even prevents you from doing it.

It should also be noted that each type of surgery has a specific recovery time, so there is no ideal time to start performing lymphatic drainage. However, it is extremely important that you seek out professionals who specialize in this technique so that you can perform the procedure safely. As already mentioned, it’s also important to talk to your doctor before having the treatment.

The number of drainage sessions will vary depending on the surgery performed or the recovery process of each individual. However, on average, between 8 and 10 sessions are required per treatment.