Surgery is a major physiological event. How you prepare for it, and care for your body afterward, can significantly affect outcomes. I offer evidence-informed, pre- and post-surgical care designed to support recovery, reduce pain, and restore function without interfering with anesthesia or prescription medications. Zelena Medicine’s surgical support protocol addresses both physical and emotional stressors: it helps regulate the nervous system, modulate inflammation, and reduce anxiety before and after a procedure.

This approach draws on multiple modalities tailored to your needs; among them, acupuncture has been particularly well studied. It has been shown to modulate inflammation, improve immune function, and reduce the need for medications such as opioids or benzodiazepines during recovery. Research also indicates that patients receiving acupuncture after surgery exhibit lower levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines; compounds linked to pain, swelling, and delayed healing. This anti-inflammatory effect may help reduce postoperative complications and promote more efficient tissue repair and recovery. Outcomes are further enhanced when combined with laser therapy and manual techniques, and complement (not replace) any physical therapy your surgeon may have recommended.

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