The Complete Guide to
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) After Aesthetic Surgery

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, rhythmic massage that stimulates your lymphatic system. This network of vessels and nodes is responsible for fluid balance, immune function, and waste removal.
During cosmetic, aesthetic, plastic or reconstructive surgery, local lymphatic networks are often disturbed and lymph flow is slowed causing swelling, bruising, and stiffness.
At Ayusha, we specialise in the German Technique, the gold standard in MLD, delivered by trained therapist in a soothing Holistic environment.

Why MLD Matters After Cosmetic Surgery?

Swelling (postoperative edema), bruising, and fibrosis are common after procedures like liposuction, facelifts, tummy tucks, and breast surgery. MLD:

  • Reducing edema (swelling) and bruising

  • Preventing seromas and fibrosis

  • Supporting skin elasticity and scar softening

  • Enhancing comfort and speeding recovery

MLD is clinically recommended after:

Surgeries That Benefit Most from Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Research & Evidence Supporting MLD

Clinical studies confirm MLD’s effectiveness in cosmetic recovery:

  • ASJ Open Forum (2023): MLD reduces swelling, fibrosis, and seromas.

  • Clinical Reports: Patients with MLD recovered in weeks vs. months without.

  • Facial Surgery Studies: Puffiness and bruising resolved significantly faster with MLD.

  • Certified Vodder Technique specialists- Worldwide Gold standard in MLD

  • Holistic approach to care

  • Tailored treatment plans for your surgery type

  • A calming, supportive environment

Why Choose Lymphatic Massage at Ayusha?

MLD for faster and better recovery after

  • Liposuction BBL surgery lymphatic massage

    Liposuction, Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), Arm or Thigh Lift

  • Tummy-tuck, 360 Abdominoplasty Lymphatic massage

    Tummy-tuck, 360 Abdominoplasty

  • Lymphatic massage after Breast surgery

    Breast lift, reduction, augmentation, reconstruction

  • Face lift lymphatic recovery

    Face lift

  • MLD for recovery after Chin Liposuction, Neck-lift

    Chin Liposuction, Neck-lift