Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a profoundly revitalizing modality that uses gentle, rhythmic strokes to soothe pain and move excess edema away from swollen areas. Evidence-based research shows that MLD often leads to significantly faster recovery after injury, surgical procedures, and intense athletic workouts. We recommend scheduling MLD as early as possible after surgery (within the first few days) and into the early weeks of recovery to reduce the formation of scar tissue. MLD supports immune function, detoxification, cellular health, fat absorption, and whole-body wellness.