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Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, rhythmic massage technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system â the network of vessels and nodes that helps remove waste, toxins, and excess fluid from the body.
It was first developed by Emil Vodder in the 1930s and is now widely used in medical settings to support healing and reduce swelling. More recently it has been used widely across Europe for overall wellness.
How Mld Works?
During MLD, a therapist uses slow, rhythmic, and light hand movements to:
- Stimulate lymph vessels just under the skin
- Encourage lymph flow toward lymph nodes
- Redirect fluid around blocked or damaged areas (especially after surgery or injury)
The strokes are very gentle because lymph vessels lie close to the skin surface and generally does not need deep pressure that is often associated with massages.
MLD May Help:
- Reduce swelling (edema) â especially lymphedema after breast or skin cancer surgery
- Improve detoxification and immune function
- Promote healing and reduce swelling after cosmetic or orthopedic surgery
- Decrease sinus congestion
- Support relaxation and stress relief
MLD For:
- Pre and post cosmetic surgery
- Pre and post orthopaedic surgery
- Post cancer related surgery alongside garment and if required bandaging
- For overall health and wellness
Depending on your request or diagnosis you may need to be seen for an initial appointment. You will not be treated at this appointment, this appointment will be for planning the course of treatment and setting goals.
How MLD works?
During MLD, a therapist uses slow, rhythmic, and light hand movements to:
- Stimulate lymph vessels just under the skin
- Encourage lymph flow toward lymph nodes
- Redirect fluid around blocked or damaged areas (especially after surgery or injury)
The strokes are very gentle because lymph vessels lie close to the skin surface and generally does not need deep pressure that is often associated with massages.
MLD may help:
- Reduce swelling (edema) â especially lymphedema after breast or skin cancer surgery
- Improve detoxification and immune function
- Promote healing and reduce swelling after cosmetic or orthopedic surgery
- Decrease sinus congestion
- Support relaxation and stress relief
MLD for:
- Pre and post cosmetic surgery
- Pre and post orthopaedic surgery
- Post cancer related surgery alongside garment and if required bandaging
- For overall health and wellness
Depending on your request or diagnosis you may need to be seen for an initial appointment. You will not be treated at this appointment, this appointment will be for planning the course of treatment and setting goals.