Pre Surgery MLD Importance

• Important to stimulate the lymphatic system and clear any underlying fluid retention

• Once the body undergoes surgery it will naturally activate an inflammatory response

• Addressing and preparing the body pre-surgery can improve the healing process post-surgery

Post Surgery MLD Importance

• A side effect of surgical trauma is swelling

  • bodies natural response is the inflammatory phase of the healing process

• Assists the healing process by

  • reducing swelling | fluid retention | bruising

  • increases the removal of cellular debris | other waste from the traumatized area

• Reduces scar formation and build-up of fibrotic nodules

• Improves skin texture and tone by boosting healing responses

• Decreases the risk of infection by improving the immune response

• Decreases pain, sensitivity, and touch-avoidance 

How soon should MLD start Post Surgery?

• May start as early as 24 hours post-surgery for orthopedic patients
• May start as early as 24-48 hours post surgery for Cosmetic/Reconstructive patients depending on surgery

How often should a patient recieve MLD Post Surgery?

• As frequently as possible immediately after surgery is ideal

• At least 3-times a week depending on inflammation and bruising 

• Depending on the patient's healing process the amount of sessions will vary moving up to and forward 40+ days past surgery