Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Cosmetic-Surgery Clients
Why should someone plan on receiving MLD after surgery?
MLD’s acceptance by the medical community is largely due to research studies. In a study conducted by Laurie Casas, M.D. and Patricia Depali, M.D., the question of whether or not MLD produces significant outcomes for post-operative patients was answered. The evidence points to this conclusion, the author’s noted. “We see complete resolution of post operative edema, bruising and fibrosis within 9 to 18 months in non-MLD patients. Those given MLD healed within six weeks to three months, significantly shortening post operative recovery.
What are some of the benefits to Manual Lymphatic Therapy to Cosmetic Surgery Clients?
Bruising reduction. Cells transported by the lymph system are moved away up to 20 times faster with MLD. Bruises heal in a fraction of the time, allowing clients the ability to resume activities of daily living, without having to hide their bruising for months.
Edema reduction. MLD reroutes lymph fluid to collateral and viable pathways untouched by surgery to allow for accelerated drainage as opposed to the slow trickle of tissue fluids in the operative site.
Pain Management. As pressure of lymph fluid deceases around nerves, pain and discomfort are relieved and require less pain medications.
Scar-tissue prevention and fibrosis reduction. Lymph fluid left to build up below incisions or sitting in the interstitial space can solidify, causing the formation of scar issue and fibrotic tissue. These tissues are often felt as ball-like substances below the skin surface. MLD helps to reduce the likelihood of lymph fluid building up and solidification, for a seamless scar.
With all the benefits of MLD, it is understandable why it is growing in the interest from surgeons. The downside of post-op can be significantly reduced with MLD, minimizing downtime and discomfort.
Want one more reason for MLD for post-op recovery? It is all natural with no side effects!
