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What can I do for massages if I can not find anyone near by that specializes in post op lymphatic drainage massages?

Leticia974521Jul 3, 2022
I have finally picked a doctor and set a date for March 6th 2023. I'm 5'3, 169lbs and nervous. I tried searching around where I live to setup massages but all I can find are doctors who will do surgery but do not see anything about post operative care. What can I do to help my healing process? My surgery came with 3 massages. My procedure will be in another state from where I live.

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Dr. NzuriMonada Aesthetics - Bronx
Answered on Nov 19, 2022
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