Post-op lymphatic drainage · Raleigh and Wake Forest, NC

Post-Op Lymphatic Massage in Raleigh

Swollen, hard and sore, and wondering if this is normal? You just invested in a new body. Let's make sure the swelling doesn't hide it.

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4.8 ★ on Google, 37 reviews Certified lymphedema specialist Lipo · BBL · Tummy tuck · Breast · Mommy makeover
Before and after post-op lymphatic drainage following liposuction, front view: swelling and puffiness gone, waist clearly defined
LipoFront view. Post-op swelling down and the waistline your surgeon created is finally showing.
Before and after post-op lymphatic drainage following a BBL, back view: flanks and lower back smoother and less swollen
BBLBack view. Flanks and lower back smoother, swelling cleared without touching the grafted areas.
Before and after treatment for fibrosis after liposuction, back view: lumpy uneven skin smoother
Fibrosis after lipoBack view. Lumpy, uneven areas softened and smoother.
Before and after post-op lymphatic massage following a tummy tuck, front view: abdomen flatter and less swollen above the scar
Tummy tuckFront view. Less puffiness above the scar and a flatter stomach.
Side view progress after liposuction with post-op lymphatic drainage: heavy bruising and swelling, then smooth contour
Lipo recoverySide view. Heavy bruising and swelling to a smooth, even contour.
Before and after post-op lymphatic drainage following liposuction of the abdomen and flanks, front view
LipoFront view. Stomach and flanks flatter as the fluid drains.
Before and after post-op lymphatic drainage following a BBL, front view: bruising faded and waist narrower
BBLFront view. Bruising faded and the waist pulled in.
Before and after post-op lymphatic drainage following a BBL, back view: lower back and hips smoother
BBLBack view. Lower back and hips smoother, shape more defined.
Before and after post-op lymphatic drainage following a BBL, back view: bruising on the hips cleared
BBLBack view. Bruising on the hips cleared.
Three stage tummy tuck recovery progress with post-op lymphatic massage: before surgery, swollen after surgery, and final flat result
Tummy tuckThree stages: before surgery, swollen after surgery, and the final result.

Real Body Bar NC clients, shared with permission. Results vary with your surgery, your surgeon and your effort at home.

Be honest with yourself

Does any of this sound like you right now?

  • Your stomach still looks pregnant weeks after surgery
  • Hard lumps or ridges you can feel under the skin
  • Swelling that gets worse every night
  • Your faja digs in and leaves deep marks
  • You're scared of fibrosis or a seroma ruining your results
  • Your surgeon said "get lymphatic massage" but you don't know who to trust

That fluid has to go somewhere. Left alone, it can sit, harden and hide the shape you paid for. What would it mean to look in the mirror in 3 weeks and actually see your results?

How it works

Your recovery, step by step

  1. First visit, 90 minutes

    We review your surgeon's instructions, check your incisions, drains and compression, then do your first drainage session and red light.

  2. Your plan

    Most clients come 2 times a week at first, then less as the swelling drops. Usually 6 to 9 sessions total.

  3. Home care that keeps results

    How your faja should fit, what to eat, how to move, and the warning signs that mean call your surgeon today.
Book your first visit

Real session: gentle post-op drainage on a tummy tuck client. Light, skin stretching pressure, never deep tissue.

Jennifer Martin, certified lymphedema specialist at The Body Bar NC
Your specialist

Meet Jenn

Jennifer Martin leads post-op care at The Body Bar NC. She follows the post-op protocol our owner Sue Packler, a registered nurse and licensed massage therapist, has used with post-op clients for years.

  • Certified lymphedema specialist
  • Master's in Kinesiology, clinical exercise physiologist
  • Trained in The Body Bar post-op protocol for lipo, BBL, tummy tuck and breast surgery
  • Works from your surgeon's instructions, every visit
Pricing

Simple, upfront pricing

First visit

$299 90 minutes
  • Consult and review of your surgeon's instructions
  • Full post-op drainage session
  • Red light therapy
  • Your personal recovery plan

Recovery package

$199 per session, 9 sessions
  • 60 minute post-op drainage sessions
  • Scheduled around your healing, 2 a week to start
  • Home care coaching at every visit
Comeback post-op IV drip bag
Add on

The Comeback IV $195

Our IV made for post-op clients: vitamin C, minerals, B complex and taurine, run by our nurse led medical team. Book it on a drainage day so you recover in one trip. Add glutathione for $40. A short video visit from your phone clears you first, and your surgeon should OK it too.

See if you qualify
From our Google reviews

What post-op clients say

★★★★★
"One year ago I had liposuction and a tummy tuck. I had so much fibrosis after surgery, but going to the Body Bar I look and feel like a new person!"Denise, lipo and tummy tuck
★★★★★
"I was so lost coming back from surgery and I spoke with her after I landed and she made me feel so comfortable. She tells you what to do at home to keep your results."Tia, post-op client
★★★★★
"The only place to come for post-op lymphatic drainage and body contouring procedures."LaQuinta, post-op client
Questions

Post-op massage FAQ

When should I start lymphatic massage after lipo?

Most of our clients start within the first week after surgery, as soon as their surgeon clears them. Starting early keeps fluid moving before it has time to harden. Bring your surgeon's post-op instructions to your first visit.

How many lymphatic massages do I need after lipo or a BBL?

Most of our clients do 6 to 9 sessions, about 2 a week at first, then fewer as the swelling goes down. Bigger surgeries like lipo 360 with a BBL or a tummy tuck usually need the full 9. We set your exact plan at your first visit.

How much does post-op lymphatic massage cost in Raleigh?

At The Body Bar NC the first post-op visit is $299 for 90 minutes and includes your consult, drainage and red light. After that, the 9 session package is $199 per session.

Does lymphatic massage hurt after a BBL?

It should not. Post-op drainage uses light pressure that gently stretches the skin, never deep tissue. After a BBL we stay off the grafted areas and work the paths that drain them, so the fat you paid for stays put.

Can lymphatic massage help hard lumps or fibrosis after lipo?

Drainage moves the fluid that can turn firm if it sits too long, which is why starting early matters. If you already have hard areas, we check them at your first visit and tell you honestly what to expect. Older, set fibrosis takes longer than fresh swelling.

Do you see patients who had surgery in another state or country?

Yes. Many of our clients had surgery out of state or out of the country and come to us as soon as they land back home in the Raleigh area. We screen for travel related risks like blood clots before we start.

Do I need a referral for post-op massage?

No referral is needed. We do need your surgeon's clearance and post-op instructions before we start, and you should wear or bring your compression garment.

Do you offer IV therapy after surgery?

Yes. Our Comeback IV is made for post-op clients and has vitamin C, minerals, B complex and taurine. It is $195, and glutathione can be added for $40. A short video visit from your phone clears you first, and we ask that your surgeon OK it. Many clients book it on the same day as a drainage session.

Where is post-op lymphatic massage near Raleigh?

The Body Bar NC is at 918 Gateway Commons Circle, Wake Forest, NC 27587, a short drive from North Raleigh. Call or text (919) 750-0083.

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