Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), is a specialised form of massage that has powerful cleansing, relaxing, pain relieving and immunological effects on the body. Lymphatic drainage massage is unique because no oil or wax is used. During the treatment very gentle pressure is applied to move lymph fluid towards the centre of the body with gentle, flowing, rhythmic massage strokes combined with soft pumping movements on the lymph nodes to open them up. Our immune system is connected to the lymphatic system, that is why by increasing the production of antibodies and flushing out the waste products from the system it helps alleviate pressure on cells, allowing them to reproduce faster and it can improve the body’s resilience and healing.

It can be beneficial to a wide range of physical conditions, as it boosts the immune system, reduces puffiness caused by fluid retention improving the appearance of the skin and helps with poor circulation.

With Manual Lymphatic Drainage we can help with:

Recovery after cold or flu
Stress, anxiety, low energy level or tension
Lymphedema – swelling from extra lymph fluid in your tissues
Lipoedema – water retention due to hormone fluctuation (perimenopause, menopause, HRT)
Swelling as a result of trauma (torn ligaments, sprains, fractures)
Pregnancy (swollen ankles, legs, arms or puffy face)
IBS, Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis
Chronic conditions such as fatigue, fibromyalgia, hay fever or other allergies, sinusitis, migraines, rheumatoid arthritis
Long COVID-19 symptoms
Mild cellulite
Acne, rosacea and other skin conditions, including scarring from surgery
Before and after long haul flight

Lymphatic drainage massage is a safe treatment, however there are some conditions and circumstances, it is not recommended for examples, if you have inflammatory disease, active cancer or any undiagnosed lump, any serious circulatory problems or major heart condition, kidney failure, blood clots, organ transplant or any infection.