Additional Services

Additional Services during your stay:

• IV Hydration
• Lymphatic Massage
• Transportation

IV hydration

We use Registered Nurses that will come to your location of recovery to administer the IV hydration. 

IV hydration therapy involves the administration of fluids, electrolytes, and sometimes vitamins directly into the bloodstream through an intravenous (IV) line. This method is used to rehydrate the body, restore nutrient balance, and support various bodily functions.

Key Components of IV Hydration Therapy:

1. Fluids: The primary component of IV hydration is a saline or electrolyte solution, typically containing water, sodium chloride (salt), and sometimes glucose. The fluids help replenish lost fluids and maintain proper hydration levels.
2. Electrolytes: Electrolytes like sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium are essential for nerve and muscle function, maintaining pH balance, and regulating fluid levels in the body. IV hydration therapy often includes these to restore electrolyte balance.
3. Vitamins and Nutrients: Some IV hydration therapies include added vitamins such as Vitamin C, B12, or B-complex vitamins, which can support immune function, energy production, and overall wellness. Nutrient additions may vary depending on the specific therapy being provided.
4. Medications: In some cases, medications like anti-nausea or anti-inflammatory drugs may be included, especially if dehydration is related to illness or certain symptoms.

 

Uses of IV Hydration Therapy:

• Rehydration: To treat dehydration from various causes, including illness (fever, vomiting, diarrhea), excessive physical activity, or alcohol consumption.
• Nutrient Boost: To support general wellness or combat fatigue, dehydration, and nutrient deficiencies, particularly in people with poor oral intake or malabsorption issues.
• Recovery: After intense physical exercise or events like marathons, IV hydration can help quickly replenish lost fluids and electrolytes, promoting faster recovery.
• Medical Treatment: It is used in hospitals for patients with conditions that require rapid fluid replacement (e.g., kidney failure, severe burns, or surgery recovery).

Benefits:

• Fast Absorption: Since the fluids are delivered directly into the bloodstream, they are absorbed much faster than drinking fluids.
• Customization: The therapy can be tailored to a person’s specific needs, with variations in fluids, electrolytes, and additional nutrients.
• Convenience: For those who have difficulty drinking enough fluids, IV hydration can be a more efficient way to rehydrate and restore nutrients.

Overall, IV hydration therapy is a highly effective method of rehydration and nutrient supplementation, especially for those who need fast and efficient treatment for dehydration or nutrient deficiencies.

If you would like to book IV hydration therapy, please let us know when booking your care, this is an additional fee.

 Lymphatic Massage 

At Elevated, we partner with top-of-the-line lymphatic massage therapist in your recovery area to assist with the increasing healing time post-surgery. Please let us know if you are interested and we will set up a therapist to come to you during your recovery.

Lymphatic Massage and Its Importance After Plastic Surgery

Lymphatic massage, also known as manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), is a therapeutic technique that encourages the movement of lymph fluids around the body. It uses light, rhythmic strokes applied to the skin, specifically targeting lymph nodes and channels. This type of massage helps to promote the proper functioning of the lymphatic system, which is responsible for removing waste, toxins, and excess fluid from the body.

After plastic surgery, lymphatic massage can be particularly beneficial, as the healing process often involves swelling, bruising, and fluid retention. Here’s why it is considered important during recovery:

 

Importance of Lymphatic Massage After Plastic Surgery:

• Reduction of Swelling (Edema): Surgery, especially procedures like liposuction, tummy tucks, or facelifts, often results in swelling due to fluid accumulation in the tissue. Lymphatic massage helps to promote the movement of lymphatic fluid, reducing swelling and accelerating the healing process.
• Improvement in Circulation: After surgery, circulation can be compromised due to inflammation, anesthesia, or immobility. Lymphatic massage stimulates blood flow and promotes better oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues, which can speed up recovery.
• Bruising Reduction: Many plastic surgery procedures leave patients with bruising as a result of tissue manipulation. Lymphatic drainage helps to move the pooled blood away from the affected areas, which may reduce bruising and discoloration more quickly.
• Enhanced Detoxification: The lymphatic system plays a key role in filtering out toxins and waste products from the body. After surgery, the body may have an increased load of waste from the healing process or medications. Lymphatic massage supports the removal of these substances, which may help in overall recovery.
• Scar Tissue Prevention: Scar tissue can form as a result of surgery, leading to tightness, discomfort, or less favorable cosmetic results. By improving circulation and helping to flush out excess fluid and debris, lymphatic massage can reduce the formation of dense scar tissue and support more even healing.
• Pain Relief: The reduction in swelling and improved circulation can help alleviate pain or discomfort caused by pressure on nerves or inflammation post-surgery.
• Faster Recovery: Overall, the benefits of reduced swelling, bruising, pain, and scar tissue formation contribute to a quicker recovery time. Patients may feel more comfortable and experience better cosmetic outcomes after procedures with regular lymphatic massage.

 

When to Start Lymphatic Massage After Plastic Surgery:

The timing for starting lymphatic massage after surgery can vary depending on the procedure and your surgeon’s advice. Generally, lymphatic massage can begin a few days to a week after surgery, but it should only be performed under the guidance of a trained therapist, particularly in the early stages of recovery.

• For many types of surgery (such as tummy tucks, liposuction, or facelifts), gentle lymphatic massage may be started after the first week or so, once the initial swelling has settled.
• It’s important to follow your surgeon’s specific instructions about when and how to proceed with any therapeutic treatments like lymphatic massage, as overzealous or improper massage too soon could disrupt the healing process.

 

Benefits of Professional Lymphatic Massage:

• Trained therapists: A certified lymphatic massage therapist is trained to use the right techniques for your specific post-surgical needs. Their expertise ensures that the lymphatic fluid is moved in the right direction and at the correct pressure to support recovery.
• Customizable approach: Therapists can tailor the session to your specific surgery (e.g., tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation) and the unique healing process involved.
• At-Home Care: While professional lymphatic massage is highly recommended, you may also be taught basic self-massage techniques by your therapist or doctor. This can help to maintain the benefits of lymphatic drainage between professional treatments, especially as you progress in your recovery.

 

Transportation

Our CNA’s will assist in taking you to your post operative follow-up visits if requested. We are also available to drop you off and pick you up for surgery. All of this can be discussed further in your preoperative care plan appointment.