Post-Operative Care
Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage in Cuenca
Professional support to reduce swelling, prevent fibrosis, and speed up your recovery after surgery.
Recovery is as important as the surgery itself. Post-operative lymphatic drainage in Cuenca at Jenny Vera Spa supports you in reducing swelling, preventing complications, and enhancing the results of your procedure.
What post-operative lymphatic drainage is
It is a gentle, specialized massage technique that stimulates the lymphatic system to move the fluid that builds up after surgery. This reduces swelling, relieves discomfort, and promotes a faster, safer recovery.
Why it matters after surgery
After a procedure such as liposuction or abdominoplasty, the body retains fluid and starts a normal inflammatory process. Without proper management, this can prolong recovery or encourage fibrosis. Drainage helps to:
- Reduce swelling and the feeling of heaviness.
- Prevent and treat fibrosis and hardened areas.
- Improve circulation and tissue oxygenation.
- Relieve discomfort and speed up recovery.
- Optimize the final aesthetic result of the surgery.
What the treatment is like
Initial evaluation
We review the type of surgery, the time elapsed, and your surgeon's guidance to design a safe protocol.
Drainage sessions
We apply gentle, rhythmic maneuvers in the direction of the lymphatic system. The first sessions tend to be more frequent and are then spaced out based on your progress.
Follow-up
We monitor your progress session by session, adjusting the plan and providing home-care recommendations.
We work alongside your surgeon
Our approach complements medical guidance. We coordinate the start and frequency of sessions with your surgeon's recommendation for an optimal recovery.
If you are about to have surgery or are in recovery, book your evaluation at our center in Cuenca, Ecuador, and we will design your post-op drainage plan.
Frequently asked questions
When can I start drainage after my surgery?+
It usually begins within the first days after surgery, following your surgeon's recommendation. We work in coordination with their guidance to start at the right time.
How many post-op drainage sessions do I need?+
It depends on the type of surgery and your progress. Many protocols include between ten and twenty sessions, more frequent at first and then spaced out. We define it based on your case.
Does post-operative lymphatic drainage hurt?+
No. It is a gentle, rhythmic technique designed to be comfortable even in sensitive areas after surgery. Most patients describe it as relaxing.
Which surgeries is drainage useful for?+
It is helpful after liposuction, abdominoplasty, body sculpting, breast surgery, and other aesthetic procedures, where it reduces swelling and improves how results evolve.
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