Why Profesional Post-Op Care Matters......
Recovery after surgery can feel physically and emotionally overwhelming, and you should not have to navigate it alone. Professional post-operative care provides gentle, personalized support during a time when your body needs extra patience and attention. From helping you manage swelling, soreness, and tightness to offering guidance with compression, positioning, and at-home care, each visit is designed to help you feel more comfortable, informed, and reassured. Having a knowledgeable professional by your side can make the recovery process feel less stressful and help you feel supported every step of the way.
Personalized Support Through Every Stage of Recovery
Plastic and reconstructive surgery recovery can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. At Breath of Life Massage, we provide compassionate, individualized care that may include gentle manual lymphatic drainage, tissue and swelling assessments, compression garment guidance, safe positioning and mobility support, recovery product recommendations, and personalized home-care education. Every service is tailored to your procedure, surgeon’s instructions, and stage of healing. Click on the boxes below to learn about all the services we provide.
Pre-Op
Consultation
Before surgery, we encourage you to schedule a complimentary pre-operative consultation so you can meet our nurses, ask questions, and better understand what to expect during each stage of your surgical journey. We can help you prepare for recovery by discussing supplies, compression garments, positioning, transportation, appointment scheduling, and other concerns you may have.
in office & mobile
Post - Op
Manual
Lymphatic
drainage
Post-operative manual lymphatic drainage is a gentle, specialized technique that may help support healthy lymphatic circulation, reduce swelling and feelings of tightness, improve comfort, and encourage fluid to move away from areas affected by surgery. Planning your appointments before surgery is important because availability can be limited, and having your care scheduled in advance allows you to focus on resting and healing rather than searching for support after your procedure. At Breath of Life Massage, your care is provided by licensed nurses with extensive post-operative experience who are also licensed, board-certified massage therapists and trained decongestive lymphatic therapists. We understand that every surgery and recovery is different, so each session is personalized according to your procedure, stage of healing, surgeon’s instructions, and individual needs. We also provide mobile services.
BBL
bed Rental
Our adjustable recovery bed provides a more comfortable, supported resting position after a BBL, tummy tuck, or combined procedure. It features an open gluteal area to reduce direct pressure, adjustable positioning, and a soft support surface. Delivery and setup are available. Weekly rental: $50 Refundable deposit: $300 Delivery and setup: 0–5 miles: $60 5.1–10 miles: $100 10.1–15 miles: $150 Contact us for locations beyond 15 miles. Availability is limited, so advance reservations are recommended. **Always follow your surgeon’s instructions for sitting, sleeping, positioning, and activity.
Private Post-Op care Nurse
Our private one-on-one nurse services provide personalized support before and after surgery to help make your recovery safer, easier, and less overwhelming. Services may include transportation to and from your surgical appointment, help organizing and following your prescribed medication schedule, assistance with compression garments and foam placement, and education on hydration, nutrition, positioning, and home care. Your nurse can also help with safe walking and movement, monitor your comfort and general condition, and provide reassurance throughout the early stages of recovery. Every care plan is tailored to your procedure, surgeon’s instructions, and individual needs. Call for availability and pricing.
Post-Operative Recovery Supply Guide
Preparing your recovery supplies before surgery can help reduce stress and make the first days at home feel more manageable. Because every procedure has different aftercare needs, we have organized our recommendations by surgery type so you can easily review what may be helpful for your specific recovery. During your complimentary pre-operative consultation, our nurses can also provide a personalized supply list complete with direct purchasing links to make shopping easier and more convenient.
We recommend avoiding the urge to purchase every product promoted by influencers or shared on social media, as many of these items may not be necessary or appropriate for your procedure. Social media personalities are not always medical professionals, and a product or recovery method that worked for someone else may not be safe or effective for you. Using the wrong garment, support item, or recovery product could cause discomfort or interfere with your surgeon’s plan. Your surgeon’s instructions should always take priority, and all recommendations should be based on your procedure, stage of healing, and individual needs.
