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Calgary Wellness Blog

The Benefits of Post-Surgical Massage for Mastectomy, Breast Augmentation & Top Surgery

3/7/2025

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Surgery is a major event for the body, and healing doesn’t stop when the incisions close. Whether you’ve had a mastectomy, breast augmentation, or top surgery, post-surgical massage can be a crucial part of your recovery process. These specialized techniques help manage pain, reduce swelling, soften scar tissue, and improve overall mobility, allowing you to feel more comfortable and confident in your body.

How Post-Surgical Massage Helps
Regardless of the type of breast or chest surgery you’ve undergone, your body experiences a healing process that involves inflammation, scar tissue formation, and potential changes in sensation. Post-surgical massage helps by:
  • Reducing Swelling & Fluid Build-Up – Lymphatic drainage techniques encourage the body to move excess fluid out of the surgical area, decreasing discomfort and speeding up recovery.
  • Softening Scar Tissue – Gentle massage helps break down adhesions and thickened scar tissue, improving flexibility and minimizing tightness. This is especially important for mastectomy patients who may experience restricted movement in the chest and shoulders.
  • Easing Pain & Numbness – Many people experience nerve sensitivity or numbness after surgery. Massage can stimulate circulation, support nerve healing, and reduce hypersensitivity over time.
  • Enhancing Mobility & Comfort – Surgery can cause tightness in the chest, underarms, and shoulders. Massage helps restore range of motion, preventing long-term stiffness and discomfort.
  • Supporting Emotional Healing – Touch therapy is not just about physical benefits. Many individuals experience emotional challenges post-surgery, and massage can provide a sense of connection, relaxation, and self-care.

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The Therapeutic Benefits of Scalp Massage:  A Soothing Path to Wellness

7/27/2023

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In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety have become almost synonymous with daily living, taking a moment to relax and unwind has never been more crucial. While various wellness practices aim to promote tranquility and balance, scalp massage stands out as an exceptional therapeutic technique that delivers both physical and emotional benefits. In this blog, we delve into the wonderful advantages of scalp massage, exploring its soothing effects on the mind and body


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  • Home
  • About
    • Direct Billing
    • Testimonials
    • Our Wellness Blog
    • Wellness Products
    • Local YYC Partners
  • Our Practitioners
    • Dr. Susan Newman, Dr. Ac, RMT
    • Dr. Danielle Neilson, Dr. Ac
    • Dr. Brittany Bouma, Dr. Ac, RMT
    • Dr. Shreya Mistry, ND
    • Ghislain Paré, DO(MP)
    • Lindsay Vajta, RMT
    • Kimberly Younger, RMT
    • Beira Fisher, RMT
    • Kathleen Tucker, RMT
    • Rebecca Rowley, Art Therapist
  • Services
    • Infrared Sauna
    • Naturopathic Medicine
    • Massage Therapy >
      • Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage >
        • Swedish Relaxation Massage
        • Therapeutic Massage
      • Prenatal & Postnatal Massage >
        • Prenatal Massage
        • Postnatal Massage
      • Hot Stone & Hot Bamboo Massage >
        • Hot Stone Massage
        • Hot Bamboo Fusion Massage
      • Head & Foot Massages >
        • Head & Scalp Massage
        • Foot Massage
        • Indian Foot Massage
      • Cupping Massage
      • Lymphatic Drainage Massage
      • TMJ Massage
      • Mastectomy & Top Surgery Massage
      • Lomi Lomi Massage
      • Myofascial Massage
      • Chair Massage
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