Wellness Within Body Therapy

Time to shine a light on your world! ♡
Margo Kearney

I am always trying to add new tools and products to help our self care and wellness.
Today, I am offering a special new massage treatment. 💆‍♂️ I am offering an exfoliating body brushing, followed by a hydrating and nourishing Shea butter massage application.
I have 3 scents to choose from.
Lavender
Honey Peach
& Cucumber.
If you select this massage, i normally charge an extra $30 for the add ons.
but as a Gift for being my VIP clients, the first scheduled massage will be only an extra $15. thats half off the delicious bite size add on.
lets get our skin in shape for the new season! ✨️
Look forward to enjoying a table for two with YOU!
Please schedule at Www.vagaro.com/wellnesswithin4

Did you know
"Lymphatic drainage helps heal broken bones by reducing edema (swelling), lowering inflammation, and speeding up the removal of metabolic waste from the injury site. By stimulating lymph flow, it eases pressure on tissues to reduce pain, improves mobility, and supports blood circulation necessary for bone regeneration. These techniques are often used in post-surgical recovery to prevent complications and accelerate healing, according to experts at Sono Bello and Cedars-Sinai."

Come schedule your next lymphatic drainage series if you experience any trauma to bones or skin. We can help, pain, swelling and bruising AND speed recovery time. And the bonus is it literally helps nervous system to calm.
Win win!
Sincerely,
Wellness Within Body Therapy

Why Surgery Changes the Lymphatic System (And Why Your Body Feels Different After)

This is an article many people didn’t know they needed —
until they read it and quietly say, “This explains everything.”

Surgery can be life-saving.
It can be necessary.
It can be the reason you are still here.

But what is rarely explained is how surgery changes the lymphatic system — sometimes permanently — and why the body may never feel the same afterward unless it’s supported correctly.

🌿 Surgery doesn’t only cut skin — it interrupts flow

The lymphatic system is made up of delicate vessels, valves, and nodes that run just beneath the skin and through connective tissue.

During surgery:
• Lymph vessels are cut or cauterised
• Nodes may be disturbed or removed
• Fascia is incised and heals with restriction
• Nerve communication is altered

Unlike blood vessels, lymph vessels are not always repaired or reconnected.

The body adapts — but adaptation is not the same as optimal flow.

🌿 Scar tissue changes drainage pathways

Scar tissue is not just a surface issue.

Internally, scars can:
• Pull on fascia
• Compress lymph vessels
• Create directional blockages
• Force lymph to reroute inefficiently

This is why swelling often appears above, below, or far away from the scar, not only at the surgical site.

The body isn’t confused — it’s compensating.

🌿 Common surgeries that impact lymph flow

Many people are surprised by how common this is:
• C-sections
• Appendectomy
• Gallbladder surgery
• Abdominal or pelvic surgery
• Breast surgery
• Orthopaedic surgery
• Brain or spinal surgery

Even surgeries done years or decades ago can influence today’s lymphatic patterns.

Time does not automatically restore flow.

🌿 “I healed… but I was never the same”

This is one of the most common phrases we hear.

After surgery, people may notice:
• A swollen or heavy abdomen
• An apron belly that won’t shift
• One-sided swelling
• Chronic inflammation
• Fluid retention
• Increased sensitivity to stress

This does not mean the surgery failed.

It means the lymphatic system was never fully supported afterward.

🌿 The nervous system remembers surgery

Surgery is a physical and neurological event.

The nervous system may remain in a protective state long after healing appears complete. When this happens:
• Lymph vessels remain constricted
• Drainage slows
• Inflammation lingers

The body must feel safe again before it will release.

This is why gentle, calming, rhythmical therapies are often far more effective than aggressive approaches post-surgery.

🌿 The good news — flow can be improved

While scars cannot be erased, function can be restored.

Supportive approaches may include:
• Manual lymphatic drainage
• Scar mobilisation
• Fascia-focused work
• Breath-based techniques
• Nervous system regulation
• Gentle, consistent movement

Healing after surgery is not about pushing harder —
it’s about restoring communication and flow.

💚 A message your body wants you to hear

Your body didn’t betray you.
Your body adapted to survive.

And with the right support, it can learn to flow again.

If you’ve ever felt:
“I healed… but something changed”
This article is for you.

Written with care by Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT, CDS
Founder of Lymphatica – Lymphatic Therapy & Body Detox Facility

This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

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Christina Bennett

Wellness Within Body Therapy - Los Gatos CA | Vagaro Wellness Within is a premier wellness business located in the heart of Los Gatos, California.

Did you know?
There are only two places where the lymphatic system meets the Circulatory system!
In the Lymph node itself and at the subclavian!

Wellness Within Body Therapy is thrilled to introduce Hivamat!!!!! Hivamat is a state-of-the-art form of lymphatic drainage that offers a multitude of benefits. Please watch this video and let's schedule a treatment for you and your loved ones. https://youtu.be/Hs3xvshHUYU?feature=shared

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