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Enhance Plastic Surgery with Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Frequently Asked Questions

Lymphatic Drainage Massage boosts your immune system and reduces lymphedema, swelling, pain, and stagnation.  Great for plastic surgery, post-operative care of any kind, and clients battling cancer.

 

What exactly is involved in a WholeFrog® Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

First, we boost clients with arnica sublingual for pain, bruising, and inflammation relief from the inside out.  This relief is so quick and can be repeated every 2-4 hours as needed to avoid narcotic use.
Lymph and circulation-boosting cream that was developed by a cardiologist, is then applied to all unaffected body areas to get your fluid and pain relief started body-wide.
This highly conditions your skin as well as getting rid of inflammation and swelling and processing fluids.  It is a transdermal cream that lasts 24-36 hours with systemic, not just surface, benefits.
This is a game-changer and adds to preserving and continuing inch-loss.  Clients self-treat at home between visits for quick, quick results!
Second, and only to your “feel-good pain” tolerance, we very gently with protective toweling and sheets to protect your wounds and painful areas use a combination of manual lymphatic drainage massage and our special tools.
Nothing will hurt, but your lymphatic system will get kicked into high gear. All the fluid starts coming out of your body so that your pain relief begins immediately.
Our licensed professional will gently introduce special creams that take away bruising, move fluid away and have inch loss properties. This system will enhance the results of your plastic surgery.  You are sent home with everything you need before surgery, so you are prepared, knowledgeable, and ready to rock your new body.
SUFFERING IS OPTIONAL!
Finally, we use a special GK Machine that starts to shift the fascia and releases the scar tissue at a profound level. The other feature of the GK is an exfoliation head. It’s again very gentle, but it exfoliates the dead cells that sluff off, especially after surgery when you’ve had Betadine and other medical products all over your body and been told not to shower right away. This special treatment will carefully exfoliate your skin and enhance the inch loss cream.  We have a special gift for you that clients love and keep them feeling wonderful during those first post-op days.
WE DO ALL OF YOUR WOUND CARE!
So, for 24 to 36 hours, after every treatment, you’ve got fluid coming off, you’ve got swelling going down and you have a pain-free component and recovery from your plastic surgery.
PEACE OF MIND and 24/7 ACCESS TO NURSE

How soon after surgery should I schedule a Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

Don’t be afraid to come in and get work done on that first day after surgery.  You won’t want any kind of deep tissue work but, you will want the inflammation off, and pain relief.
 
We begin with very gently towels and sheets on your skin with a combination of manual lymphatic drainage massage and our special tools.  Nothing will hurt but your lymphatic system will get kicked into high gear. All the fluid starts coming out of your body so that your pain relief starts immediately.
 
Our licensed professional will gently introduce special creams that take away bruising,  move fluid away and have inch loss properties. This system will ehance the results of your plastic surgery.
 
In addition, we use a special GK Machine that starts to shift the fascia and releases the scar tissue at a very deep level. The other feature of the GK is an exfoliation head. It’s again very gentle, but it exfoliates the dead cells that sluff off, especially after a surgery when you’ve had Betadine and other medical products all over your body.  This special treatment will carefully exfoliate your skin and enhance the inch loss cream.
 
So for 24 to 36 hours, after every treatment, you’ve got fluid coming off, you’ve got swelling going down and you have a pain free component and recovery from your plastic surgery.

 

Can I get Lymphatic Drainage after BBL or Liposuction? I can barely sit down!

Yes!  LEARN HOW TO NAVIGATE THE NO SIT LAY RULE POST OP!

 In fact, many doctors require Lymphatic Drainage as part of your post-op procedures in order to decrease swelling, inflammation, soreness, and scar tissue.  In addition to reducing swelling, this type of bodywork/massage therapy helps reduce fibrosis, lumps, and bumps that may occur under the skin a couple of weeks after surgery.  
Our team includes registered nurses and licensed professionals and we have seen it all!  No need to worry about drains, open wounds, or other post-op annoyances.

 

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Is it going to hurt?

No, in fact, our goal is to reduce the amount of pain you are in. 
The entire treatment will be fully customized to your specific needs and level of tolerance.

Is it expensive?

We work with all budgets and needs.  Most of our clients come in for a series of visits and we offer packages to save on this. 
Other clients come in and then learn how to self-treat at home.  
  • Check out our series pricing here
  • Purchase our favorite cream here

 

What if it’s already been a few weeks post-surgery?

We want to get you out of pain and out of swelling as fast as we can. We often get people to come in before surgery to prevent the pain and swell you’re experiencing. However, even if you have even waited a couple of weeks before coming in we can still help relieve your pain.
When you leave you’re going to be like, “I’m so glad I came.”  We never want you in any pain other than a feel-good pain. 

 

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If you have questions that we haven’t answered below, please reach out.  We have Registered Nurses and Licensed Professionals ready to help.  805-531-9275 or healing@wholefrog.com

Help Your Body Recover with Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Tummy tucks, liposuction, breast lift, augmentation or reduction.

We are plastic surgery recovery specialists with R.N., medical massage therapists on staff.

Lymphatic Drainage massage boosts your immune system reduces lymphedema, swelling, pain and stagnation.  Great for plastic surgery, post operative care of any kind and clients battling cancer.

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“The lymphatic drainage massage totally changed my world.  Barbara was so gentle and knowledgeable that I totally trusted her and she didn’t let me down.”  Shari via Yelp

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“I went in for my first lymphatic drainage massage after surgery.  My experience was wonderful! The technique was effective and relaxing.  I was nervous to work on my recent scar but it was comfortable after my massage.  I noticed a big difference and can’t wait for my next massage”  John H. via Yelp 

Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy Packages

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WholeFrog® FullRange Therapeutic Bodywork for pre and post op surgery (including plastic surgery), injuries and pain. Customized treatment plans.

R.N. Medical Rehabilitative Sessions for those with complicated medical needs. Detailed evaluation, medication review, customized plan and treatment included.

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Is Lymphatic Drainage Massage Right For You?

Lymphatic Drainage massage specifically works on the lymph system, taking the bad germs out of our body and keeping the flow moving to help the body stay healthy and reduce infections.
Many local doctors send over their patients for pre or post-surgery bodywork.  Lymphatic Drainage massage boosts the immune system, reduces lymphedema, swelling, pain and stagnation.  Great for plastic surgery, post-operative care of any kind and clients battling cancer.
It just feels good and is part of every massage we do!  We even have a special machine called the GX that is so heavenly… . . it exfoliates your skin, gives you a healthy buzz as your lymph flow becomes brisk and feels oh so good!  Motion is lotion to the body inside and out.  Still not sure?  Book a complimentary RN consultation  805-531-9275.
Did you know if we cut away all of your defining features like your hair and skin – we could recognize you by your lymph system?  It is everywhere in your body and is small threadlike connections to little pearl like glands that keep you healthy and alive.  We don’t just rub you outside, we heal you deeply inside!  Read more tips on our blog here.

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