Post-operative massages offer many benefits, including reducing pain, swelling, inflammation, and scarring, while improving circulation, flexibility, and overall recovery.

For procedures like liposuction, tummy tucks, or Brazilian butt lifts (BBL), lymphatic drainage massage is typically recommended to start within 3–5 days after surgery, depending on your surgeon’s guidance and your healing progress. Early treatment helps reduce acute pain, stress, and scar tissue formation.

Most patients benefit from 3–5 sessions per week initially, with frequency adjusted to individual needs and the type of surgery. Even starting later, lymphatic massage can support tissue healing, improve comfort, and speed recovery.

Regular post-op lymphatic care is an essential step in achieving smoother, more satisfying results. You can book your session online to start supporting your recovery today.

Unlike traditional massage, myofascial massage targets fascial restrictions—the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, nerves, joints, and organs. Using gentle, sustained pressure, a therapist stretches and releases fascia to restore flexibility, reduce pain, and improve overall function. Because fascia is interconnected, releasing one area can improve mobility and comfort throughout the body.

What is Fascia?

Fascia is a layered connective tissue beneath the skin that supports and shapes your body. It allows muscles to contract and stretch, surrounds every part of the body, and contains a lubricating fluid called hyaluronan. When stressed, fascia tightens, which can restrict movement and cause discomfort.

Risks & Considerations

Myofascial massage is generally safe when performed by a trained professional, but keep in mind:

Mild soreness: Some tenderness may last 1–2 days

Medical conditions: Avoid if you have fractures, open wounds, severe osteoporosis, DVT, or certain clotting disorders unless cleared by a healthcare provider

Rare complications: Improper technique can cause bruising or discomfort

Always work with a licensed therapist who can adjust pressure to your needs. If you have any medical concerns, check with your healthcare provider before starting.

Early, intentional care makes a difference.

Supportive treatments may include:

Manual lymphatic drainage to reduce fluid buildup and inflammatory waste

Lymphatic taping and compression to prevent fluid from settling

Fibrosis pads and foams worn under compression to gently mobilize firm areas

Guided self-massage to maintain progress at home

The goal is to soften scar tissue, improve tissue mobility, and help the lymphatic system drain efficiently — supporting smoother, more comfortable results.

If you’re navigating firmness, swelling, or uneven healing after liposuction, post-operative lymphatic care can be an essential part of your recovery.

You can book your post-op session online, and let’s support your healing together.

Your First Lymphatic Drainage Massage: Before your first lymphatic drainage session, your massage therapist will go over your medical history and details of your surgical procedure to understand your individual needs. It’s important to work with a qualified therapist who has experience in post-operative care and understands the delicate nature of cosmetic surgery recovery.

Here’s what your first appointment will typically look like:

You’ll lie on a massage table in a quiet, clean room. You’ll be asked to wear comfortable clothing or remove clothing from the areas being treated, depending on the location of your surgery. Modesty and comfort are always respected.

The therapist will begin with gentle, rhythmic movements. These movements target specific areas of your body where fluid accumulation is common. They may focus around the surgical site and surrounding lymph nodes, encouraging lymphatic flow without causing pain or pressure.

There is no pain involved. A common misconception is that lymphatic drainage massage is uncomfortable, but in reality, it should feel relaxing and soothing. The therapist uses only light pressure to stimulate the lymphatic vessels just beneath the skin.

Each session lasts around 45 to 60 minutes. Depending on your recovery plan and type of surgery, your massage therapist may recommend regular sessions for several weeks.