Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle form of massage used to relieve inflammation related to lymphedema.

Typically, your lymphatic system collects your lymph fluid and returns it to your heart via a network of vessels and nodes. When something disrupts this process, lymph collects in your arms, legs, ankles or other parts of your body, making them swell.

An MLD-C (A therapist Certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage), uses lymphatic drainage techniques to move lymph from your tissues to your lymph nodes, which eases the swelling.

The Vodder Technique, created in the 1930's, is the gold standard of Lymphatic Drainage and utilizes light, rhythmic circular, or spiral hand movements on the skin to move lymph fluid towards nodes without causing skin redness. 

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The Benefits of M.LD., Backed by Science

 

​Lymphatic Drainage is a powerful modality that benefits many different people and situations. It is used for reducing edema, post-surgery recovery, relaxing muscles, and managing chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, IBS, or sinus congestion.

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It also can be helpful to anyone who wants to reduce swelling, stabilize the bodies natural circulatory health, and feel better. It is used to help: bloating, brain fog, fatigue, chronic sinus infection, headaches, skin conditions, swollen lymph nodes, and more.

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If you have been recommended Manual Lymphatic Drainage by your surgeon or doctor, or are interested in exploring the benefits for yourself, please send us a message to receive more information and a detailed intake form so we can plan the best treatment personalized for you. 

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M.L.D. has been studied and proven to have significant benefits from the National Institute of Health, UCLA Medical, and many others. Please visit some of the links below to read more about it:

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https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21768-lymphatic-drainage-massage

https://www.amtamassage.org/publications/massage-therapy-journal/research-update-lymph-drainage/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3701980/