After you remove drains how long should you wait to start lymphatic massages?

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How long after tummy tuck/lipo surgery should you wait to get lymphatic Massages? Can you get them with your drain in or should you wait until after?

Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS · Answer

Anything done outside of where your recovering and your board certified plastic surgeons office while your drains are still in place isn't recommended. Once your drains are removed and your ps clears it, that would be when you can have some lymphatic massage.Thank you for your question and happy healing!Melinda Lacerna, MD FACS

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

Gentle morpholymphatic massage can help with swelling.  Check with your plastic surgeon about when it is appropritate.

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