Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle skin-massaging treatment used to reduce inflammation, flush out toxins, and break down metabolic waste.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Treatments Overview
Manual Lymphatic Drainage, also known as Lymphatic Drainage Massage, reduces swelling that happens when your lymphatic system is clogged. It lightly massages unwanted fluids that buildup from your tissues towards your lymph vessels and nodes to remove toxins in your body.
The treatment targets the main lymphatic drainage regions of the body, which are the neck, arms, abdomen, and legs. It is recommended for people seeking relief from sore throats, colds, and infections and individuals with low immunity to undertake Manual Lymphatic Drainage. This will help reduce swelling, support your immune system, and relax the nervous system.
Benefits and Use Cases
Manual Lymphatic Drainage can benefit a wide range of individuals. It is particularly helpful to treat Lymphoedema, people recovering from surgery (orthopaedic or cosmetic), and athletes looking to maintain performance. Additionally, studies have shown Lymphatic Drainage is also effective for people with headaches, bloating, fatigues, and brain fog.
The benefits of Manual Lymphatic Drainage Treatments are:
Reduced swelling
Maintain fluid
Improve lymphatic flow and circulation
Relieves stress
Pre-Care
No pre-care needed to undertake Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
Aftercare
To ensure the best results with Manual Lymphatic Drainage, we recommend you take the following steps after treatment:
Stay well-hydrated – drink plenty of water to aid detoxification
Rise slowly – your blood pressure may be lower after treatment
Rest and relax – give your body time to adjust and heal
Deep breathing – stimulates the thoracic duct, enhances lymph flow, calms the nervous system, oxygenates cells, and reduces inflammation
Avoid vigorous exercise, saunas, hot baths for 24 hours
No active products, scrubs or exfoliants for 1 week