Post-Op Manual Lymphatic Drainage

San Antonio, TX

Post-operative Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a specialized therapy that helps reduce swelling, bruising, pain, and fibrosis after surgery. At Synergy Massage, we provide medical-focused post-op lymphatic care designed to support faster healing and smoother surgical results.

This is not spa massage — it is targeted lymphatic therapy for post-surgical recovery.

Post-Op Lymphatic Drainage Helps With

  • Swelling and fluid retention

  • Bruising and inflammation

  • Pain, pressure, and tightness

  • Lumps, bumps, and hardened tissue

  • Fibrosis prevention and correction

  • Restricted movement during healing

    Early care improves comfort and recovery, while later sessions help break down fibrosis and scar-related tightness.

Supported Surgical Procedures

We commonly provide post-op lymphatic drainage after:

  • Liposuction (abdomen, arms, legs, back, chin)

  • Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)

  • Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

  • Breast augmentation, reduction, or reconstruction

  • Knee or hip replacement

  • Orthopedic and joint surgeries

Care is customized based on your procedure and healing stage.

What to Expect During Your Session

Sessions use gentle, rhythmic lymphatic techniques to encourage fluid movement without stressing healing tissue. Pressure is light, precise, and never painful.

Your care may include:

  • Swelling and edema reduction

  • Fibrosis and tissue softening as healing progresses

  • Support for circulation, comfort, and mobility

  • Education on recovery timing and compression support

Each session is adjusted as your body heals.

Why Choose Synergy Massage

Medical-focused, therapeutic environment

  • Advanced training in post-operative lymphatic care

  • Experience with fibrosis and complex swelling cases

  • Personalized recovery-based treatment plans

We specialize in results-driven post-op lymphatic therapy — not relaxation massage.

When Should You Start Post-Op Lymphatic Drainage?

Many patients begin within days after surgery, once cleared by their surgeon. Early treatment often reduces swelling and discomfort, while delayed care can still be highly effective for fibrosis and long-term tightness.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Post-op manual lymphatic drainage is a gentle therapy that helps move excess fluid, reduce swelling, and support healing after surgery. It is commonly recommended following cosmetic and orthopedic procedures.

  • Most patients begin within a few days after surgery, once cleared by their surgeon. Early sessions help reduce swelling, while later sessions address fibrosis and tissue tightness.

  • Yes. Post-op lymphatic drainage helps prevent and reduce fibrosis by improving lymph flow, softening hardened tissue, and supporting proper healing.

  • No. The technique is very gentle and should not cause pain. Pressure is light and adjusted to your healing stage.

  • The number of sessions varies based on your surgery, swelling, and healing response. Many clients benefit from multiple sessions during the early recovery phase.

  • No. Post-op lymphatic drainage is a specialized medical-focused therapy and is very different from relaxation or deep tissue massage.