Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about Lymphatic Drainage x8 Post Op.

Most clients begin within 24–72 hours after clearance from their surgeon. Our therapists coordinate timing with your medical team to ensure safety, adjusting pressure and technique based on incision stability and swelling level throughout recovery.

Sessions are slow, rhythmic and very gentle. Expect light, comforting touch, focused on directing lymph toward working nodes. Therapists monitor pain, skin condition and incisions, modifying approach to minimize discomfort and maximize fluid removal.

No — techniques are intentionally light and non-invasive. Some clients report mild pressure or temporary sensitivity near healing tissues. We prioritize comfort and adapt strokes if you experience pain, always following post-op protocols and surgeon recommendations.

Scheduling depends on surgery type and swelling, but sessions are commonly spaced two to four days apart. Your therapist creates an individualized plan that may tighten intervals in early recovery to aggressively manage fluid accumulation.

Yes — active infection, uncontrolled blood clots, recent blood transfusion or certain cardiac conditions may prohibit treatment. Always obtain surgical clearance; our intake screening and communication with your surgeon determine whether the package is safe for you.

Many clients notice reduced swelling, softer tissues and improved contour after the first two to three sessions, with optimal results evolving over the eight-session program as healing progresses and scar tissue remodels for long-term refinement.