what is lymphatic massage with ultrasound after lower facelift and can it be done at home as well as at doctors office. and will it help with the swelling. thanks.
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I am sorry that you are having concerns about your procedure
and thanks for sharing your question. I can appreciate your concern.
The swelling is not related to the lymphatics
that were altered with the tummy tuck. If that were the case your legs, not
your arms should be affected.
The...
First of all, I recommend that you follow your plastic surgeon's instructions regarding both massages and compression garment use. There is no scientific evidence showing that either massages or compression garments have any impact on long-term results after liposuction. Compression garments do...
I do not have my patients do lymphatic massage at all. All scars get harder and more purple for 4 months as the collagen is really revved up. After 4 months, the soften and lighten in color. This is the natural evolution of a scar.
