Manual lymphatic drainage massages are extremely effective in general surgery recovery. Your lymphatic system is key to healing, regenerating tissues, and removing toxins from the body. When the body has experienced stress, such as fighting off illness, healing from an infection, or healing from a surgery, the lymphatic system can slow down. Manual lymphatic drainage massages help “re-start” the system by moving lymph through the body. This movement of lymph can provide a variety of benefits, including:

• More efficient healing from illness, injury, or surgery (up to 50% faster)
• Supports relaxation, relieves stress and reduces pain
• Reduces scar formation by boosting healing responses
• Removes excess water and metabolic waste from the tissues in the body
• Reduces swelling and fluid retention