Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Powerful decongestive benefits

MLD has a decongestive effect and can treat most body swelling (except heart and kidney-related) by increasing the lymphatic vessels to pump and drain waste up to 20 times faster. This treatment helps to reduce swelling and restore normal tissue condition when lymph pathways are impaired.

Other benefits include:

  • Sympatholytic effect: Manual Lymph Drainage is very soothing and can help reduce stress.
  • Analgesic effect: MLD can relieve pain by stimulating the lymphatic system to remove pain mediators from the tissue.
  • Immunological effect: MLD can accelerate the transport of bacteria and allergens to lymph nodes, increasing the activity of immune cells and improving overall immunity. (1)

Treatment

The treatment involves very light, rhythmic stretching movements applied to specific areas of the body to encourage lymph flow. It is quite different from a massage; the pressure used in MLD is much lighter.

Specialised techniques are applied on the skin to enhance the movement of tissue fluid into the lymphatic system. This system, known as the superficial lymphatic system, transports the fluid into a deeper network, referred  to as the deep lymphatic system, before it is finally drained into the subclavian vein at the base of the neck.  Each treatment is adapted to the individual’s needs and condition.

Generally, the first few treatments remove waste products from the body, and further treatments activate the lymphatic system.

An initial treatment plan will be discussed on the first visit, and further weekly/monthly/yearly treatments may be recommended.

What conditions respond well to MLD?

MLD has received scientific validation as a component of decongestive therapy in managing lymphoedema (chronic swelling) and other forms of oedema. Additionally, manual lymphatic drainage shows promise in treating and benefiting a broader range of health conditions and injuries, including:

Pricing

Consultation and first treatment
Each additional treatment

$120
$110

Prepayment required for packages below:

3 treatments
5 treatments

$280
$470

Booking Terms:

Payment is required on the day of treatment or by prior arrangement. A 50% cancellation fee applies for no-shows and cancellations within 24 hours of the appointment.

* Consumables are not included in treatment prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Lymph Taping

Medical Lymph Taping involves applying specialised elastic tape to the skin in specific patterns to support lymphatic flow. The tape gently lifts the skin, creating channels that help guide excess fluid toward functioning lymph vessels and nodes.

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Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT)

CDT is a comprehensive treatment approach for managing lymphoedema and related conditions. This evidence-based therapy takes a two-pronged approach: Reduction and maintenance, ensuring long-term success in managing your condition.

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