Medical-Grade Post-Surgical Lymphatic Massage in Cincinnati, OH
Accelerate your plastic surgery recovery, reduce post-operative swelling, and prevent tissue fibrosis with specialized Dr. Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) administered by dual-certified CLT & CHT specialists at Tork Plastic Surgery.
Why Medical MLD at Tork Plastic Surgery Makes the Difference
Post-operative healing requires far more than a standard spa massage. At Tork Plastic Surgery in Cincinnati, our Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) program is led by a dual-credentialed Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) and Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) holding advanced certification in original Dr. Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
Using light, rhythmic skin-stretching techniques, our medical MLD therapies stimulate impaired lymphatic pathways, rapidly clear post-operative fluid build-up (edema), speed up the reabsorption of severe bruising (ecchymosis), and protect delicate surgical incisions. Whether you are recovering from facial surgery or multi-area body contouring, our treatments are customized directly to your surgical recovery timeline.
Our Post-Surgical Manual Lymphatic Drainage Services
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Duration: 30 Minutes | Provider: Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) & Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
Focused, ultra-gentle medical lymphatic therapy specifically tailored for early or localized post-facial plastic surgery recovery (e.g., rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, or submental/chin liposuction).
Technique: Light, rhythmic Dr. Vodder manual drainage strokes.
Clinical Focus: Targets localized post-surgical swelling (edema), accelerates bruising (ecchymosis) clearance, and relieves tissue tightness while ensuring delicate surgical incisions remain fully protected.
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Duration: 45 Minutes | Provider: Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) & Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
An extended, highly specialized medical lymphatic session engineered for comprehensive post-facial and neck surgical recovery (e.g., deep-plane facelift, neck lift, or multi-procedure facial rejuvenation).
Technique: Complete Dr. Vodder lymphatic mapping and targeted fluid clearance.
Clinical Focus: Thoroughly treats diffuse post-surgical swelling and bruising while gently clearing vital lymphatic pathways in the neck, clavicles, and upper torso for optimal fluid clearance and enhanced tissue healing.
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Duration: 45 Minutes | Provider: Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) & Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
Targeted medical lymphatic therapy designed for focused post-body plastic surgery recovery (e.g., single-area liposuction, arm lift, thigh lift, or targeted body contouring).
Technique: Precise Dr. Vodder skin-stretch manual techniques.
Clinical Focus: Addresses localized post-operative edema, accelerates the reabsorption of bruising, and eases soft tissue tension while carefully safeguarding healing incision sites.
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Duration: 60 Minutes | Provider: Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) & Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
Comprehensive, high-level medical lymphatic therapy engineered for extensive or multi-area post-surgical recovery (e.g., Lipo 360, abdominoplasty/tummy tuck, BBL, or combined procedures).
Technique: Advanced Dr. Vodder manual drainage opening major regional lymphatic watersheds across front and back trunk.
Clinical Focus: Systematically opens axillary and inguinal nodes with dedicated time for gentle garment removal, patient repositioning, deep fluid clearance, and soft tissue softening to prevent fibrosis.
Clinical Benefits of Post-Op Dr. Vodder Lymphatic Massage
Accelerated Swelling Reduction: Redirects stagnant post-surgical fluid into functional lymphatic capillary networks for rapid elimination.
Bruising Minimization: Speeds up the natural breakdown and reabsorption of post-operative ecchymosis.
Fibrosis & Scarring Prevention: Keeps subcutaneous tissue pliable, preventing hard lumps, ripples, or scar tissue formation under the skin.
Pain & Tension Relief: Relieves skin tightness and relaxes the parasympathetic nervous system to decrease post-operative discomfort.
Incision Protection: Safe, specialized hand placement avoids traction or tension on fresh surgical wounds.
Frequently Asked Questions About Post-Op MLD in Cincinnati
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No. We welcome both internal Tork Plastic Surgery patients and external patients who had cosmetic or reconstructive surgery with another surgeon. External patients simply need to provide a medical clearance or prescription from their operating surgeon prior to their first session.
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Most patients begin MLD treatment between Day 3 and Day 10 post-op, depending on the procedure and direct clearance from your operating surgeon. Early treatment during acute recovery yields the most dramatic reduction in swelling and discomfort.
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No. True Dr. Vodder MLD is extremely light, rhythmic, and gentle. Unlike deep tissue or non-certified massage, medical MLD stretches only the superficial layer of skin where the lymphatic capillary networks reside. It should never cause sharp pain or damage healing tissues.
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Because MLD mobilizes excess fluid back into your circulatory system for excretion, it is normal to experience increased urination and mild thirst following a session. Many patients also experience a feeling of lightness and relaxation.
Ready to Enhance Your Recovery?.
Contact Tork Plastic Surgery today to schedule your specialized post-operative MLD session with our Certified Lymphedema Therapist.