A blocked lymphatic system can result in swelling, pain, and discomfort. Surgical procedures like a tummy tuck, breast augmentation or liposuction can disrupt the natural pathways of the lymphatic system causing it to be injured or blocked and not performing its functions as well as it should. In your research before your plastic surgery, you might have come across the term’s lymphatic massage or manual lymphatic drainage. This can be a useful tool in your recovery to help with swelling and achieving your best result.