In cosmetic surgery, it is very important for patients to take care of their surgery and go through their postoperative period in the best possible way. For this reason, they are informed about the importance of post-surgical therapies that can be applied at home to improve and accelerate the processes. Normally, recovery from cosmetic surgeries ranges from 1 to 15 days, always depending on the operated area. From our clinic, we show how massages are performed at home, always applied by the patient themselves so that they are informed and can help themselves at home.
Why are post-surgical therapies or massages important after a procedure?
With any surgical procedure, the body and especially the treated area undergo changes that can be uncomfortable for patients throughout the recovery process.
When we refer to aesthetics, these changes can cause several problems such as:
- Inflammation of the area
- Bruising
- Fluid
- Fibrosis
- Hypertrophic scars
- Capsular contractures, although uncommon, possible
For all the above, post-surgical therapies are recommended, both at home and in the clinic.
What do we achieve with this type of therapy?
The main objective is the patient’s quick recovery, since in some cases the processes can be long and people begin to feel anxious to see the results.
In addition, whenever the guidelines indicated by the specialists are followed, we help obtain better final results in surgeries.
If we add to this a good diet, fluid intake, preferably not smoking, not exposing oneself to direct sunlight, especially with bruises, and maintaining the rest indicated by the doctor, in a few days they will feel much better.
Which surgeries can receive these massages?
In reality, practically all procedures can be treated with manual therapies, but there are some that we mention below that require mandatory therapy:
- Rhinoplasties: To improve inflammation and bruising, we perform facial lymphatic drainage, accelerating the process and reducing the patient’s discomfort.
- Breast surgeries: Inflammation is treated, and we help with the settling of the implant and its firmness.
- Liposuctions: The edema caused by this surgery usually causes discomfort and inflammation in the area. In liposuctions, body equipment can be used to achieve a better result.
- Facelift: Facial lymphatic drainage will be performed for the patient’s well-being and to accelerate their healing process.
If you would like more information, you can consult our team at Clínica Fernández Blanco, Madrid and Marbella. We can inform and advise you about our surgeries and treatments.
Dr. Alfredo Fernández Blanco
The plastic surgeon Dr. Alfredo Fernandez Blanco stands out in his branch of medicine, as the best breast surgeon, he is also a pioneer in the so-called secondary surgeries or sequelae. With more than 30 years of experience and thousands of successful cases, he continues to achieve the most natural results that can be expected in a cosmetic surgery operation.
