Post-OP recovery: Now it’s about how well you recover.

Only once the wounds have healed and your treating doctor has given their approval. The exact timing depends on the procedure — we will coordinate this with your doctor’s instructions. We do not treat fresh wounds.

It can help reduce swelling. A study on lymphatic drainage following a tummy tuck with liposuction showed a greater reduction in swelling than compression alone, although this was not statistically significant (Maningas et al., American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery 2020). There is no guarantee as to how long the swelling will last — this depends on the procedure and the healing process.

During surgery, fine lymphatic vessels are severed, disrupting the usual drainage pathway. The body has to rebuild the lymphatic vessels and create new drainage pathways — this takes weeks. During this time, gentle lymphatic stimulation aids drainage and keeps the tissue supple.

Yes. An active, well-functioning lymphatic system provides a better starting point for the procedure. Before the operation, we stimulate the lymphatic system and ensure the tissue is in good condition, so that your body is free of fluid build-up and well-nourished going into the operation.

Yes. Icoone® has its own protocols for preparing the body before a procedure and supporting recovery afterwards. A clinical trial involving 60 female patients who had undergone a caesarean section showed that treatment with the Icoone® Laser Med resulted in faster recovery and less swelling than without it, with very good tolerability (Clinical trial, icoone® Laser Med 2022). We always begin post-operative care only once the wound has healed and you have been given the all-clear by your doctor.

No. We do not treat fresh wounds. We provide supportive treatment to the surrounding tissue once the healing process is underway and the area has been cleared for treatment (Overview of Lymphatic Massage in Cosmetic Procedures, PMC 2023). Hardened or scarred tissue can be gently treated at a later stage.

For cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, tummy tucks, facelifts or Chest surgery — and also following general surgical procedures, wherever swelling and lymphatic drainage are a factor. Always subject to medical approval.

We do not treat patients with an infection, an unexplained seroma, thrombosis or an unstable cardiovascular condition. We discuss such situations together in advance — safety comes first.

Icoone® and Endospheres® cost CHF 250 per session each; you can find treatment packages on the Price list. We’ll discuss how many sessions are advisable and how often they should take place during the free consultation.