I am about to have my TT on Tuesday the 10th of November in Atlanta (see before pic!). I am trying to figure out a plan on recovery and understand a massage can help with swelling? When is it best to start a massage regime and who to trust? It seems like your body would be very sore. I remember after my c-sections, I didn't want to touch that scar for months! What would you recommend to your patients?
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November 8, 2015
Answer: I do not recommend massage after a tummy tuck
There are different types of lymphatic massage and you should ask your PS for advice. I tend to use negative suction lymphatic massage rather than ultrasound but your PS will be able to advise.
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.
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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...
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