Post surgery massage takes place after surgery.  One of the reasons this is so good for you is because it hydrates the surgery site with new blood and oxygen.  Through massage white blood cells will flourish to the affected area, which will promote faster and healthier healing. 

Post surgery massage is also wonderful for sprained ankles (any body part that is sprained), and broken bones.  This type of massage will speed up recovery time immensely.  This massage can be added to a regular massage or done alone.  Thirty minutes is the approximant time. it takes for just focusing on the problem area.  This massage is most effective when done 2-3 times a week.  I have had seen recovery time cut in half when following this protocol.