Lymphatic Drainage

Lymphatic drainage supports the body’s natural lymphatic system, which helps remove excess fluid, waste, and toxins while playing a vital role in immune health. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, specialised massage technique designed to stimulate this natural process and reduce swelling.

MLD is commonly used following surgery, injury, or for ongoing conditions that affect lymph flow, and is safe, relaxing, and non-invasive.

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How Lymphatic Drainage Works

The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and lymph nodes that collects excess fluid, waste products, and toxins from body tissues and returns them to the bloodstream. It is essential for maintaining fluid balance and supporting the immune system.

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Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

MLD uses slow, light, rhythmic movements combined with gentle skin-stretching techniques and breathing cues. Unlike deep massage, this treatment works on the surface of the skin to encourage lymph fluid to move efficiently through the lymphatic pathways.

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Treatment Focus

The therapy helps redirect fluid away from swollen or congested areas toward healthy lymph nodes, where it can be filtered and processed by the body.

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Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage

• Reduces swelling (lymphedema): Particularly helpful after surgery, injury, or cancer treatment

• Supports recovery: Assists healing by reducing inflammation and fluid congestion

• Enhances immune function: Improves lymph circulation to support the body’s natural defences

• Aids detoxification: Helps remove metabolic waste from tissues

• Deeply relaxing: Calms the nervous system and promotes overall wellbeing