Showing posts with label tummy tuck. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tummy tuck. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Reducing Swelling with Lymph Massage after Tummy Tuck and Liposuction - Testimonial Tuesday

Reducing Swelling with Lymphatic Drainage Massage after Tummy Tuck and Liposuction




Rebeca from Santee had a tummy tuck and liposuction and was feeling pain as well as a heavy, swollen feeling that left her stuck on the couch for weeks after surgery. Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage helped her feel lighter and happier! 

I highly recommend Kathleen. I have seen her twice so far and have greatly benefited. She is very knowledgable, soft-spoken and soothing. Her technique has helped me along in my recovery greatly, I definitely plan of referring her to any loved one. 

Rebeca B. from Santee, recovering from abdominoplasty and liposuction October 2016. 


The American Society of Plastic Surgeons offers this information on how to recover from a tummy tuck:


Please visit my website for more information and to book an appointment (I make housecalls!) http://www/solacesandiego.com

Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Information on Diastasis Recti

Information on Diastasis Recti

diastasis recti information

by Kathleen Lisson CMT, CLT
RealSelf has a forum with Q&A, photos, videos, a forum and reviews from patients with Diastasis Recti. Check it out here:
California Plastic Surgeon Dr Kamakshi Zeidler explains more about rectus muscle diastasis in this video:
https://youtu.be/OUK4imT3yVw





About Kathleen Lisson

As a Board Certified massage therapist, with advanced training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, I help women and men in the San Diego area reduce the tight, full, heavy feeling that comes with swelling after facelifts, tummy tucks, liposuction and other plastic surgery operations. To schedule a treatment, please visit http://www.solacesandiego.com

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Plastic Surgery Recovery Shopping List

What to Buy for Plastic Surgery Recovery

How to Recover from Plastic Surgery

by Kathleen Lisson, CMT, CLT

I had reconstructive surgery on my cheekbone after a skiing accident 8 years ago and I remember how completely unprepared I was to care for myself after I was discharged from the hospital. I did all the right things with my going-to-the-hospital bag, but I didn’t realize how completely out of it I would be in the days after the surgery. I was recovering alone in my apartment and ended up surviving on several bottles of Ensure. To this day I still won’t drink the stuff.

You can do better than I did! Here are some links to cosmetic surgery patients’ guides to preparing to recover after plastic surgery:

Supplies You Need After Tummy Tuck Surgery - https://www.realself.com/forum/supplies-after-tummy-tuck-surgery

Pre/post op stuff to buy and tips to prepare for your surgery/recovery! - https://www.realself.com/forum/pre-post-op-stuff-buy-and-tips-prepare-for-your-surgery-recovery-hope-helps

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre’s Plastic Surgery Recovery Tips:

Dr. Tarick Smiley offers a shopping list for abdominoplasty / tummy tuck clients:
http://californiasurgicalinstituteblog.com/after-surgery/tummy-tuck-supplies-for-a-convenient-recovery.html

Get a copy of the Plastic Surgery Recovery Handbook: https://amzn.to/3Uz6Mhw


About Kathleen Lisson

As a Board Certified massage therapist, with advanced training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, I help women and men in the San Diego area reduce the tight, full, heavy feeling that comes with swelling after facelifts, tummy tucks, liposuction and other plastic surgery operations. To schedule a treatment, please visit http://www.solacesandiego.com

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Do you really "need" a tummy tuck?

If you are thin, do you really "need" a tummy tuck?

lymphatic massage after tummy tuck
Should you get Tummy Tuck Surgery in San Diego, CA?

by Kathleen Lisson, CMT

I was at a Christmas party last year with my husband and the usual topic of conversation came up - "What do you do for a living?" When I told the beautiful slim blonde mother asking the question that I give manual lymphatic drainage massages to women in San Diego after plastic surgery procedures like facelifts, tummy tucks and mommy makeovers, her face flashed a look of knowing.

She knew why a woman would have a tummy tuck after having children. She knew what exercise could reduce and what all the ab workouts in the world could not fix.

With properly tailored clothing, spanx and running outfits that strategically cover the tummy area, many women are hiding the effects of having their children (especially twins and triplets) from the world. The only person who knows is the one looking in the mirror.

I thought of this conversation again today when I saw a tweet by plastic surgeon Dr. Jon Perlman  @DrJonPerlman about this woman's question on Real Self - "Is there a recommended minimum weight requirement for tummy tuck?" Her photo says it all - a woman who is slim, who works out, but still has loose skin and stretch marks in the abdomen area. Her photo and story are here: https://www.realself.com/question/temecula-ca-recommended-minimum-weight-requirement-tummy-tuck#4168730

I was glad to read that several plastic surgeons said she was, in fact, a good candidate for a tummy tuck.
There was no judgement, no "you look great to everyone else, ignore how you feel when you look in the mirror at yourself?" With more and more people, from celebrities to social media 'friends,' opening up about their successful experiences with plastic surgery, it's easier to gather tips, referrals and support from experts and loved ones and make the best decision for your body, mind and spirit.

Why I Love Manual Lymphatic Drainage


My clients are the happiest people in San Diego. They have beautiful families and the infectious newfound confidence that comes with investing in themselves, using plastic surgery to make their bodies match the person inside. I see, over and over again, that my clients are really pleased with their results because they took time researching plastic surgeons and chose the best. They are excited to get back to their lives, but feel heavy and tight. Yes, this is totally normal and will go down with time, but they want to feel better faster with Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage.

Manual lymphatic drainage or lymphatic massage helps after surgery to reduce the feelings of swelling - tightness and heaviness - and bring relaxation and stress relief. Visit SolaceSanDiego.com to book your manual lymphatic drainage massage appointment.


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