Breast cancer patients who have undergone surgery, like many others, can benefit from different treatment and recovery programs created by the best physiotherapist in Dubai. While the methods of treatment may differ depending on the reason for the surgery and other conditions that may affect the patient’s overall health, several studies have proven the massage therapies and exercises (or a combination of both) can contribute a lot in improving the patient’s health, as well as decreasing recovery time.
One of the most common complications experienced by patients after breast cancer surgery is called Lymphedema. It is a condition that is often characterized by tissue swelling caused by the abnormal accumulation of lymph in tissues. This condition may cause significant negative effects on the patient’s physical and psychological help.
Patients who are suffering from Lymphedema are often advised to consult with the best physical therapist in Dubai to see what kind of treatment is more suitable to their existing and current health condition. One of the most common suggestions you may hear from specialists is manual lymphatic treatment or MLD.
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage?
Manual lymphatic drainage massage treatment for breast cancer patients suffering from lymphedema is carried out by a massage specialist who uses gentle hand movements to create a pumping action into the skin without oils.
What are the benefits of MLD after breast cancer surgery?
One of the most notable benefits of MLD for breast cancer patients is that it decreases the time needed by patients to recover from the procedure. Since MLD massage treatments lymph flow and observations, patients often report (although slowly) reduced swelling and fibrosis. Depending on how the surgery affected your body, MLD may be added to your recovery plan to aid functional rehabilitation, so you can get back to your usual routine as soon as possible.
Before booking any appointments for massage or therapies, it would be best to consult with your doctors first. Ask about the risks and other possible effects that you may experience after the procedure and the therapy. Keep in mind that the risks and benefits of certain treatment programs may vary depending on each patient’s current physical condition, as well as an existing medical condition.
If you or someone you know is suffering from lymphedema, it is highly recommended that you visit a clinic that specializes in physiotherapy to determine what kind of treatment is suitable for your current health condition. Patients may visit our clinic for consultation or book an appointment for a massage session. Whether you need to see a specialist or immediate treatment to alleviate pain, NorAlign Functional Rehabilitation Center can provide you with a range of treatment programs that are suitable to your specific medical condition.