Post-Surgical Recovery Resources

Important Disclaimer: The information and resources on this page are provided for educational purposes only and are not intended to replace medical advice from your surgeon or healthcare provider. Always follow your surgeon's instructions regarding postoperative care, compression garments, activity restrictions, wound care, and recovery timelines.

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Professional Qualifications

• Certified Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique)
• Certified Advanced MLD – Management of Post-Plastic Surgery Procedures
• MLD treatments are gentle, relaxing, non-invasive, and designed to support the body's natural healing process

Drug-Free | Non-Invasive | Manual Therapy | Therapeutic

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When Can I Begin Post-Surgical MLD?

Recommendations for postoperative Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) vary based on the type of surgery, individual healing response, and surgeon preference. Always follow your surgeon's instructions regarding the timing of postoperative care.

• Learn more about postoperative lymphatic massage

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General Recovery Tips

• Stay well hydrated unless otherwise directed by your physician.
• Wear compression garments exactly as instructed by your surgeon.
• Follow all activity restrictions and lifting precautions.
• Take short walks as approved by your surgeon.
• Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments.
• Contact your surgeon with any concerns regarding healing or recovery.

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Contact Your Surgeon Immediately If You Experience:

• Fever or chills
• Increasing redness around incision sites
• Severe or worsening pain
• Rapidly increasing swelling
• Drainage with foul odor
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Calf pain or unexplained leg swelling

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Scar Management Resources

• After Plastic Surgery: What Can You Do to Get the Best Possible Scar?

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Compression Garments

The following manufacturers are provided as a convenience for clients. Compression garment selection, compression level, fit, and duration of use should always be determined in consultation with your surgeon.

• Research Article: Postoperative Compression Garments

Garment Manufacturers

1. Fajitex
2. Marena Recovery
3. Shape Secrets / Sonryse
4. CYSM Shapers
5. Snatched Body
6. Viveltex Protec
7. Tributo Custom Garments
8. Prairie Wear Compression Bras

Additional Compression Resources

• Search Google for: Lipo Foam, BBL Back Board, Lumbar Molder Board, and Vertebral Foam.
• Anti-Fibrosis Compression Boards and Accessories
• How Long Should I Wear My Compression Garment?

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Fibrosis After Liposuction

• Fibrosis After Liposuction: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

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Ultrasound-Guided Drainage Resources

• Raleigh Radiology – Vein & Vascular Center
• WakeMed Interventional Radiology

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Genital Swelling After Surgery

• Swelling of the Genitals After Liposuction
• Genital Swelling After Plastic Surgery
• Manual Lymph Drainage and Exercises for Genital Lymphedema

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Lymphedema Resources

• Understanding Compression Levels and Garment Selection
• Lymphedema Multilayer Compression Bandaging (MCB)
• Lymphedema and Lipedema Compression Wear

Lymphedema Exercise Resources

• Upper Extremity Lymphedema Exercises

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Questions About Your Recovery?

Schedule an appointment or FREE phone consultation.
919-228-9559