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Post-op recovery tips to support your healing
Learn about Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), swelling, compression, scar care and how to heal confidently after cosmetic surgery.
Does lymphatic drainage after liposuction hurt? What post-op MLD feels like
Many people worry that lymphatic drainage after liposuction will be painful. This article explains what safe post-operative MLD actually feels like, why gentle technique matters, and how evidence-based care supports comfort and healing during recovery.
Rachel Fincham
Jan 243 min read
Hardness, tightness and swelling after a facelift. What your body is doing and how to support it
Hardness, tightness and swelling under the chin are common after facelifts, necklifts and chin liposuction. This guide explains why these changes happen, how surgery affects lymph drainage, and how post op manual lymphatic drainage supports smoother, calmer healing.
Rachel Fincham
Dec 15, 20254 min read
Mummy makeover recovery: What to expect in the first six weeks
Recovering from a mummy makeover with muscle repair? Here’s what the first six weeks really feel like, from swelling and emotions to how MLD supports safe healing.
Rachel Fincham
Oct 28, 20254 min read
The truth about post-op MLD courses (and how to choose a safe therapist)
Not all post-op MLD training is equal. Here’s what patients need to know about misleading “drainage” courses, what safe treatment looks like, and how to find a therapist you can trust with your recovery.
Rachel Fincham
Oct 22, 20253 min read
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