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Thanks for your question. Massaging after large volume liposuction may or may not help resolve lumps; Lymphatic massage can help resolve excessive swelling and bruising after liposuction by increasing lymphatic uptake of the excess fluid and hemosiderin released from bruises. Make sure to stick with the post-operative protocol that your surgeon has recommended for you. Good luck and take care.
I have not been overly impressed with the results of lymphatic massage. I think that most patients heal without consequence without any massage.
Hello, Thank you for the question. Lymphatic massage is something that is not completely agreed upon since what constitutes lymphatic massage, how it's done, how often it's done, when its started, and which patients are candidates for it is variable. My philosophy is that if it...
Lymphatic massage is usually not useful after this type of surgery. Check with your surgeon of course but I do not do this. Best of luck.
Hello emmaLou, Congratulations on your recent VASER lipo procedure! Your body may look swollen for months, but after 6 months you might appreciate your new and beautifully contoured body. Every plastic surgeon has a different post-operative protocol but I typically recommend my patients...
Thanks for a great question. First, I think lymphatic massage should not be started for at least two weeks after liposuction if you are going to do it. Next make sure you are seeing a licensed therapist. I think massage can improve the result of liposuction, but the most...
At least 2 months after surgery. Seek a plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of these procedures, has great reviews and photos, and is an expert in this field.
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