Breast surgery

Breast surgery recovery needs delicate attention to the chest and surrounding lymphatic pathways. Our protocol supports healing while protecting surgical results.

As cleared by surgeonStart time

8-12 sessionsSessions

45 minutes per sessionDuration

2-3 sessions per weekFrequency

Focus areas

Breast surgery

After breast augmentation, reduction, or lift, the chest area experiences significant swelling and tissue disruption. Our recovery protocol focuses on activating axillary lymph nodes, reducing fluid accumulation around the chest wall, and supporting tissue adherence without compromising implant placement or surgical shaping.

Focus areas

Axillary lymph node activation
Chest wall and back drainage
Gentle tissue support without implant pressure

The 3 phases

Your recovery path

Phase 1: Inflammatory

As cleared by surgeon

Very gentle lymphatic drainage around chest and back. Axillary node activation. No direct pressure on breast tissue.

2-3 sessions per week

Phase 2: Tissue support

Weeks 2-4

Continue drainage with ultrasound support. Back area work for referred swelling. Begin gentle scar preparation.

2 sessions per week

Phase 3: Recovery

Week 4+

Scar tissue management. Skin texture improvement. Final drainage optimization for smooth results.

1-2 sessions per week

Your plan

Techniques used

Axillary lymphatic drainage

Back and chest wall drainage

Gentle ganglion activation

Ultrasound for tissue healing (Phase 2+)

Scar management (Phase 3)

Compression garment

Surgical bra or chest compression band as directed by your surgeon. We coordinate with their specific instructions.

Important notes

Always follow your surgeon's clearance timeline
No direct pressure on breast tissue in early phases
Back drainage is essential for reducing chest area swelling
Scar management begins only after tissue is fully closed

Need a clear plan?

Get a phased post-op roadmap tailored to your surgery and timeline.

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