The Aftercare Academy Blog

Clinical learning can be challenging! Over the 20+ years since I had a complete career change, from working in Recruitment to working in Healthcare, I have found that sitting in a classroom setting...

Welcome to our blog post where we delve into the world of postoperative recovery after VASER liposuction. Join us as we explore the intricacies of this advanced body sculpting procedure and the...

The lymphatic system plays an active and integral part in the wound healing process. Superficial intial lymphatics are literally just below the skin surface and if there is a breach of the skin,...

Not too long ago, I got this great question from a member of my Facebook group dedicated to Manual Lymph Drainage and Lymphoedema therapists working with postop plastic surgery patients.

So, I...

Manual lymph drainage (MLD) is a specialized massage technique that can help reduce swelling and inflammation in the body, by stimulating the lymphatic system. It is commonly used in the context of...

Buccal Fat Removal - The Popular New Plastic Surgery Trend With A Dark Side

Buccal Fat Removal is a popular plastic surgery trend that has been taking Hollywood by storm. But, this cosmetic...

Many people take for granted that you wear a compression garment, or faja, after you've had a plastic or cosmetic surgical procedure. But does anyone really know why it's important?

While many...

In recent years plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures have increased exponentially. It's called the 'Zoom Boom' effect and is a consequence of the pandemic in 2020 and 2021 when the only way...

When I started working with people who had had a plastic surgery procedure, I didn't really know what I was doing!

Yes, I knew how to do Manual Lymphatic Drainage and I knew how to treat someone...

Diets DON'T work! 

Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) and how integrating it into your patient's post op recovery, can improve wound healing and optimise their scarring process.

In my almost 20 years of working with...