At-home Oncology & Post Operative Massage

Services

• Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage

  Vodder MLD is a gentle massage that enhances lymphatic flow, reduces swelling, and supports healing. Each session is tailored to your needs, providing effective treatment to aid recovery and improve overall well-being.

  75min $180

• Oncology Massage

  Providing healing touch for those undergoing or with a history of cancer treatment. Sessions are personalized to alleviate pain and reduce symptoms from chemo and radiation therapy.

  60 min $170

• Pre & Post-Natal Massage

  Designed for expectant mothers and new moms a blend of modalities is used to help ease discomfort and promote a deep relaxation.

  60/90 min $170/225

Add-ons

• Body Cupping
• Facial Cupping
• Hot Stones
• Scalp Massage
• Pedi Scrub
• Dry Brush

About

Hi! My name is Sabrina Wong & I have been a Certified Massage Therapist since 2017. I found my passion working with Women battling cancer after losing my step mom to breast cancer in 2022. She showed me that human touch is so important at every stage in life & I am forever grateful that I was able to care for her in her final months. I have learned a lot throughout the years working at different Spas around the bay as well as working at a hospital where I still currently work. I have been at CPMC Women's Health Resource Center in SF for 2 years now where I provide massage therapy to Oncology, Geriatric, & Pre/Post natal patients. I love my job & I hope to work many more years in this very rewarding profession. I look forward to meeting & working with you.

I graduated from the Wellness Program at Skyline College in San Bruno & I am constantly taking Continuing Education Courses to expand my knowledge & skills. I am certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder Technique / Klose Training), Pre/Post Op massage, Plastic Surgery and Recovery Massage (Kathleen Lisson), Swedish Massage, Pre/Postnatal massage, Cupping, & Hot Stones. I am a proud member of S4om as well as ABMP.

CAMTC #72795

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Will the therapist see me naked?

• A: I will always step out of the room to give you enough time to disrobe and get onto our table and we I will ask if you are ready before re-entering the room. Once I re-enter the room, I will only undrape the areas I'm working on. For example, if I'm working on your back, I will only expose your back, everything else will remain covered.

• Q: Will a Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage hurt?

• A: MLD is a very gentle massage technique that does not hurt. I use the Vodder style hand techniques (gentle stretching and releasing of the skin) to move fluid to their appropriate draining sites. I will NOT squeeze fluid out of incision sites, ever, nor will I cut your stitches in order to get fluid out. I am aware of all the Tik Tok and Youtube videos showing Massage Therapists squeezing fluid out of incisions and even cutting stitches to get fluid out. That is NOT true MLD and NOT what I do. I will never work directly with an incision area until after the stitches are removed and the incision site has healed and closed fully.

• Q: Do you offer any help with my Faja?

• A: As of now, I can only help you remove/re-dress. I hope to be able to offer this service in the future. Please follow your surgeons recommendations and instructions for your post-op care and compression garments.

• Q: How should I prepare for my in home massage?

• A:
  
  • Eat a small meal
  • Do not apply lotion on the skin (MLD only)
  • Turn off phone/ laptops to avoid distractions
  • Put pets away
  • Move furniture out of the way to accommodate the massage table

• Q: Where will the massage take place?

• A: I'll need approximately 30" x 72" of space for my massage table, with enough room around it to move freely. A living room or large bedroom usually works well. Additionally, I'll need access to an outlet to plug in my tools.

• Q: How soon after my surgery should I get a massage?

• A: I can see you as soon as 24hrs after your surgery. Although we will not work directly with the surgical site we are able to work the surrounding areas to help reduce inflammation and bruising.

• Q: How many MLD sessions should I have?

• A: This really depends on your goals and your health

  If you are recovering from Surgery we recommend at least twice a week for the first few weeks until you start to feel better, gain mobility, or until you are satisfied with your results.

  For general maintenance of your immune system, once a month is a reasonable cadence.

• Q: Why should I get an MLD massage BEFORE my surgery?

• A: Preop MLD is great for clearing the Lymphatic pathways prior to surgery. As we know with any injury/surgery the body becomes swollen and bruised. This is the bodys natural way of healing. Sometimes this swelling can lead to fibrosis (thickening, lumps, bumps) under this tissues if it is not removed. Although your body can heal itself, sometimes it needs a little help to move those fluids out through these lymphatic pathways. The results are less pain, quicker recovery time, and less lumps and bumps.

• Q: What is a Manual Lymphatic Massage?

• A: The techniques of Manual Lymphatic Drainage using the Vodder technique are designed to increase the movement of lymph and interstitial fluid. The techniques are adapted to follow the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system. The skin is stretched and released towards the appropriate draining sites. Rhythmic techniques are used to promote the movement of lymph fluid.

  No oil or lotion is applied to the skin so the therapist can have better traction on the skin.

  Therapeutic Benefits

  • Stimulates kidney functions
  • It's useful for the treatment of blood circulation problems
  • Stimulates the immune system, increasing the body's own defenses
  • Helps to protect your body against bacteria and viruses as it works in conjunction with the immune system
  • It has a calming effect on the autonomic nervous system
  • It's direct effect on the parasympathetic system generates a relaxing effect
  • Lowers blood pressure
  • Reduces stress