Dr. Wolf on the benefits of MLD post surgery

Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Postoperative Healing

Benefits of MLD post-surgical and liposuction.  

Bruising reduction. Cells transported by the lymph system are moved away 10 times faster with MLD. Bruises heal in a fraction of the time, allowing clients the ability to resume activities of daily living, without having to hide bruises.

Edema reduction. MLD reroutes lymph fluid to collateral and viable pathways untouched by surgery to allow for accelerated drainage, as opposed to the slow trickle of tissue fluids in the operative site.

Pain management. As the pressure of lymph fluid decreases around nerves, pain and discomfort are relieved and require less pain medication.

Scar-tissue prevention and fibrosis reduction. Lymph fluid left to build up below incisions or sitting in interstitial space can solidify, causing the formation of scar tissue and fibrotic tissue. These tissues are often felt as ball-like substances below the skin surface. MLD prevents lymph fluid build up and solidification, for a seamless scar.

Infection prevention. Post-surgical MLD is important when considering that stagnating lymph fluid can become infectious material and warrant artificial drain insertion—which is painful, costly and time-consuming. 

 "So happy I found Catherine. After having liposuction I had numerous lumps and a lot of discomfort. After just one treatment I am already feeling better. I can’t wait for my next treatment."  MG 

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