Question 1

How does lymphatic drainage work?

Accepted Answer

The treatment of MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) is a technique using feather-light strokes, traditionally. We adopt a slightly more deliberate technique that is very mild. This treatment encourages and quickens the pace of the natural pumping of the system, where the lymphatic waste leaves the body through urine. We can even apply the technique to surrounding areas to encourage natural drainage. There are many misconceptions about this treatment it surprises our clients how effective our methods are with such minimal touch.

Question 2

Do you have experience with J Plasma or Rejuvion treatments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, many of our clients have had J Plasma or Rejuvion treatments, and we are familiar with adjusting our techniques to accommodate the necessary changes.

Question 3

I need you to drain me through an incision like they did for me in Miami / Mexico. Can you do this?

Accepted Answer

It is NOT in the scope of practice for any MT to work with bodily fluids. Even though this is a rampant and popularized practice in places such as Miami, Florida, Parts of Texas, San Diego, and Mexico, we do not offer practices outside of these parameters of the law, education, and personal ethics.

Question 4

The Massage Therapist I saw before you was gentle but I felt no different. How does your massage work?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes clients come to us after seeing a regular massage therapist who utilized what techniques that they felt comfortable with, without truly understanding the complexities and subtle needs of the lymphatic system. If a therapist performed MLD properly, the client should feel lighter, the urge to use the restroom within 20 minutes, and feel overall better. If you had an MLD session but did not drain, then the culprit is often lack of compression and inflammatory diet.

Question 5

My skin and other parts of me reel really hard and stiff. Help!

Accepted Answer

The hardness is an indicator of SWELLING. You can book a lymphatic drainage massage, drink pineapple or arnica tea, and COMPRESS with your proper after care garments. For more tips and tricks, we can help you with resources.

Question 6

Are you going to sculpt me and snatch my waist?

Accepted Answer

In the first 6 weeks or so after surgery our primary focus is helping to manage the swelling and the discomfort with it. When the swelling is significantly less of a concern, we utilize vacuum therapy to help with the reduction of the tightness, discomfort, and appearance of scar tissue that is internal and external. This by default may show some minor changes to one’s shape, but it is not intended to reshape someone’s body nor to perfect your surgeon’s results. We are here to assist in promoting proper healing. Your shape is determined by what your surgeon did in the operating room, and not affected in the slightest by whether or not you received Lymphatic Drainage or "Bodysculpting" or other Tools and Toys were involved.

Question 7

I think I have fibrosis. Will it go away?

Accepted Answer

We are not doctors and cannot diagnose conditions. Scar tissue goes through various stages of healing and sometimes absorbs fluid, which is also known as fibrosis. However, the extreme fibrosis often feared in the post-op industry is usually caused by very aggressive liposuction and is very rare. Lumps, bumps, and other irregularities after liposuction and tummy tucks are common and normal. Full healing typically takes about a year. We can help address some irregularities about 6 weeks post-surgery, and we've had positive results with vacuum therapy for many clients.

Question 8

Can you help me remove my drains and stitches?

Accepted Answer

It is outside the scope of practice for massage therapists in the state of California to remove drains and stitches. We are not allowed to work with body fluids, as a wound care nurse or a doctor would be better suited to help you. There are tutorials online if you wish to have a loved one help you with the removal of stitches or drainage tubes, etc, But always consult your Surgeon with these matters.

Question 9

I am unsure if my compression garments / foams / boards are fitting me correctly. Can you help me with fajas and the accessories?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can absolutely help you strategize your compression protocol. We have a lot of experience with fajas, foams, boards, etc and would be happy to help. You can even book a consultation as a treatment add on when you book your appointment.

Question 10

Why am I swelling so much? Will it ever stop?!

Accepted Answer

The swelling happens for several reasons: 1) Trauma to the body produces an inflammatory response 2) Due to the trauma, the outer lymphatics are damaged and need 9-10 days to regenerate, until then the body is cannot maintain its pre-surgery fluid pressure. 3) In the case of liposuction, one may discover the skin will be looser, especially since fatty tissue was removed, so there is extra space. When not compressed, the swelling will seem extreme because the fluid production will continue until pressure creates the boundary. Lymphatic drainage, compression, and proper diet, hydration, and rest tends to help.

Question 11

Can I get ultrasounds, cavitation, radio frequency, or Colombian wood therapy right after surgery?

Accepted Answer

It's never advisable to start treatments with energy machines like ultrasounds, cavitation, or radio frequency until at least 3 months after liposuction or plastic surgery, as they can cause issues like fibrosis. For the first 2-3 months post-op, we only offer hands-on treatments or gentle vacuum/cupping therapy for scar tissue management. After 3 months, if you're a good candidate, we can discuss body sculpting treatments.

Question 12

When is the best time to start lymphatic massages, and when should they be avoided?

Accepted Answer

It's best to start lymphatic massages on the third day after surgery, but it's never too late to begin. We've had clients start treatments 3-5 years post-surgery and still achieve notable, positive results.

Question 13

My Surgeon did not give me any post surgery directions and I wasn't given a faja. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

Various regions of California and other states have a common theme of either providing a lot of detailed post surgical support and others very little. We can help. We have some resources on this site to get you started, and more detailed support in house or over zoom. If you require more support and detailed assistance, feel free to book a consultation with us or join one of our monthly workshops. CLICK HERE.(https://jungleandgrace.as.me/)

Question 14

How many post-op massages will I need?

Accepted Answer

The number of post-op massages you need depends on your individual needs. Typically, we see clients no more than twice a week initially and gradually reduce the frequency as appropriate. We believe in personalized care and will never pressure you into buying packages or a specific number of sessions. To book a session or consultation, click HERE.

Question 15

I think I have a Seroma! What do I do?

Accepted Answer

A Seroma is a pocket of encapsulated fluid. An MT cannot legally work with any form of body fluid, that is against our scope of practice. What you can do are several things: 1) Use warm (not hot) compresses several times a day in hopes that it will loosen the tension on the surrounding tissues and gets reabsorbed into the body. 2) Contact your surgeon, if they are local, to have them care for you. 3) If that is not an option, contact your Primar Care Doctor (most won't even address this since they did not provide the surgery, unless you're infected or bleeding, but Kaiser has been known to help my past clients). 3) Your PCD or Nurse Practitioner 4) Contact a local plastic surgeon. This may cost out of pocket, around $1,000 give or take.

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