David Peters, Licensed Massage Therapist

Reflexology is the exerting of pressure on targeted areas of the feet (or hands) using the acupressure points found on a reflexology foot chart. The art is said to have originated in the lands of China, Egypt, and India and has its basis in the belief that reflex points on the soles of the feet correspond to the various organs and parts of the body. For example, the inner edge of the foot has points relating to the spine and back, while the eyes, ears, and sinuses are represented on the pads of the toes.

Manual lymphatic drainage massage is frequently recommended by plastic surgeons during the recovery phase of liposuction. This drainage is generally believed to decrease recovery time and improve results, by reducing swelling and fibrosis. Scar tissue can form within the tunnels created by the liposuction devices causing connective tissue and superficial fat to lump up and create uneven areas along the surface. This can cause dimples, dents, and lumpy or uneven areas to form along treated areas.