Comprehensive Pre/Post Operative Recovery Services

Surgical Recovery & Aftercare Support

At Natural Touch Therapy, I offer specialised therapies and supportive products designed to optimise your surgical recovery and enhance your overall wellbeing. Whether you are preparing for surgery or navigating the healing phase afterwards, my role is to support your body, your results, and your confidence every step of the way.

Supporting Recovery From:

  • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
  • Caesarean sections
  • General surgical operations

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is now widely recommended both before and after surgery to support healing, reduce complications, and improve outcomes. My pre- and post-operative care programmes are designed to work alongside your medical treatment, ensuring your body receives the support it needs at each stage of recovery.

Pre-Surgical Preparation

Preparing your body in advance can make a significant difference to your recovery experience.

Pre-operative treatments are designed to:

  • Support immune function
  • Reduce inflammation
  • Optimise lymphatic circulation
  • Prepare the body for efficient healing

For best results, I recommend 2–3 MLD sessions prior to surgery.

Your pre-operative consultation is comprehensive and personalised. We will discuss:

  • Your planned procedure and recovery expectations
  • Lifestyle factors including sleep, hydration, nutrition, and stress
  • Your post-surgery support network
  • Correct use of compression garments
  • The importance of aftercare to minimise fibrosis and optimise results

This preparation is equally valuable whether your surgery takes place in the UK or abroad.

Post-Surgical Care: Plan Ahead

Booking your post-operative lymphatic drainage sessions in advance is essential. Treatments typically begin 2–3 days after surgery, subject to medical clearance.

Aftercare plays a crucial role in achieving smooth, long-lasting results. A typical recovery plan includes:

  • Approximately 10 MLD sessions
  • Correctly fitted compression garments
  • Ongoing assessment and tailored treatment

Written consent from your surgeon is required prior to commencing post-operative therapies, and where appropriate, your recovery plan may be discussed collaboratively to ensure the best possible outcome.

Protect Your Investment

Surgery is only one part of the journey — thoughtful aftercare ensures you receive the full benefit of your procedure. Without proper support, healing may be slower and results compromised.

What to Expect After Surgery

Swelling and bruising are common and can persist for several weeks. Without effective lymphatic support, fluid retention, delayed healing, fibrosis, or scar tissue formation may occur. Following procedures such as liposuction, issues like seroma (fluid pockets) or hardened tissue can lead to uneven contours if left unmanaged.

Why Lymphatic Drainage Is So Important

Surgeons frequently recommend MLD to:

  • Reduce swelling and bruising
  • Support faster healing
  • Improve skin tone and elasticity
  • Minimise fibrosis and scar tissue
  • Help the body adapt smoothly to its new shape

Addressing swelling early helps prevent fluid build-up and inflammation, supporting a more comfortable and effective recovery.

Additional Post-Operative Support

Alongside hands-on treatment, I also provide guidance on:

  • Compression garments, posture, and movement
  • KT lymphatic taping to enhance drainage
  • Nutrition, hydration, sleep, and supplementation (where appropriate)
  • Breathing techniques to encourage lymph flow

Advanced Therapies for Refinement & Maintenance

Once a course of lymphatic drainage massage is complete, additional treatments may be introduced to further refine and maintain your results:

  • Ultrasound Cavitation – A non-invasive treatment using low-energy ultrasound to target fat cells and support elimination via the lymphatic system

  • Radiofrequency (RF) – Encourages collagen production and skin tightening

  • Madero Therapy (Wood Therapy) or Brazilian Sculpting Massage – Enhances contouring and maintains long-term results

These treatments are comfortable, non-invasive, and involve no downtime. They may be used post-surgery or as standalone body treatments.

Your Recovery Journey: A Holistic Approach

Each therapy offered at Natural Touch Therapy is carefully selected to support a specific stage of recovery:

  • Pre-Operative Phase
    Manual Lymphatic Drainage prepares the body and lays the foundation for smoother healing.

  • Immediate Post-Operative Care
    MLD, compression garments, and KT taping reduce swelling, improve comfort, and support tissue repair.

  • Long-Term Recovery & Maintenance
    Brazilian sculpting, Madero Therapy, cavitation, and RF help refine contours and preserve results.

What Working With Me Includes

  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage (MLD)
  • Ultrasound Cavitation & Radiofrequency
  • Madero Therapy & Brazilian Sculpting
  • Scar tissue work
  • Nutritional and supplementation guidance
  • Kinesiology (KT) taping
  • Compression garment advice, measuring, and fitting
    (Discount codes available for Macom Medical, Recova, and Lipoelastic)
  • Breathing techniques to enhance lymphatic flow
  • Ongoing support and reassurance throughout your recovery

Why Choose Natural Touch Therapy?

Clients choose Natural Touch Therapy because they value expertise, compassion, and continuity of care.

  • Certified & Insured Specialist
    Trained in advanced pre- and post-surgical care, lymphatic therapy, and nutritional support.

  • Personalised Recovery Plans
    Every treatment is tailored to your procedure, goals, and body.

  • Comprehensive Care
    From preparation through to long-term maintenance, you are fully supported at every stage.

Surgeries Supported

I currently provide pre- and post-operative care for:

  • Vaser Liposuction (body, arms, chin)
  • Vaser Hi-Definition & Contouring
  • Abdominoplasty (mini, full, extended)
  • 360 Body Lift / Mummy Makeover
  • Breast augmentation, explant, or reconstruction
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
  • Arm lift (Brachioplasty)
  • Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
  • Upper and lower blepharoplasty
  • Caesarean sections
  • General surgery including hysterectomy and knee replacement

How MLD Supports Healing Across All Procedures

Manual Lymphatic Drainage plays a vital role by:

  • Reducing discomfort and sensitivity
  • Supporting lymph flow to prevent complications
  • Accelerating waste removal and tissue repair
  • Refining contours for smoother, more even results

Book Your Recovery Support

Begin your recovery journey with confidence and care. Get in touch to discuss your procedure, learn more about available services, or book your pre- or post-operative treatment.

Prices

  • 60 minutes – £70
  • 90 minutes – £95

Supplement applies for weekends and late evening appointments
Pre- and post-surgical packages available on request, subject to individual requirements