Hi
I am in hospital just now myself, but wanted to share some quick info with you now I know will help you.
To aid scar healing and post operative recovery PLEASE contact Vodder (body for Trained lymphatic nurses) now before ops. They have offices in Vancover (will try to attach
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If possible locate a therapist who has a Hivamat 200 deep oscillation machine to use. In UK you can find out about them on physiopod website. Its made in Germany. Agents selling machine differ by country. Makes HUGE difference to scars, fluid, healing etc. in UK you can hire, buy or be trained to use machine on self or lovrd ones.
Do look at scar healing stuff now snd have it ready for use. I hsve used CICA gel, bio oil, but other tips on this site.
Do go on Comfiwave compression garments website (Haddenhams in UK) snd get correct size of neck compression device. They are very comfortable to wear, easy to pack, can be machine washed & low tumble dryed. Mine has lasted over 6 months. Will reduce swelling. Highly recommend.
Final tip- get Viatom ring on Amazon to use. If oxy is going down & pulse is
going up- be careful. If oxy is going up and pulse is falling its helping reduce trapped fluid. Setting vibration alarm levels will reassure/alert you if issues to stop & look at.
If your mum has cancer you will find lots of help from Vodder etc for her here too. Goid luck! D 