What is manual lymphatic drainage (MLD)?
Manual Lymphatic Drainage is an advanced therapy which incorporates a range of specialised and gentle rhythmic pumping techniques to move the skin in the direction of the lymph flow.
This stimulates the lymphatic vessels which carry substances vital to the defence of the body and removes waste products. The first visit will include a consultation during which the therapist will recommend the number and frequency of future sessions. Each session will last approximately one hour. Where appropriate the therapist will work in conjunction with your medical practitioner.
This stimulates the lymphatic vessels which carry substances vital to the defence of the body and removes waste products. The first visit will include a consultation during which the therapist will recommend the number and frequency of future sessions. Each session will last approximately one hour. Where appropriate the therapist will work in conjunction with your medical practitioner.
What are the benefits?
Manual lymphatic drainage is both preventative, remedial and can enhance your well being. Furthermore, Manual lymphatic drainage:
- Is deeply relaxing
- Increases lymphatic system performance
- Stimulates immune response
- Nervous system relaxation
- Is an effective component of the treatment and control of lymphoedema (which may occur after cancer treatment) and assists conditions arising from venous insufficiency and fluid/metabolic waste elimination from soft tissue
- Promotes the healing of fractures, torn ligaments, sprains and lessons associated pain
- Can improve many chronic conditions, for example: sinusitus, rheumatoid arthritis, sleroderma, acne and other skin conditions
- May strengthen the immune system as part of "detox" treatment
- Relieves fluid congestion associated with swollen ankles, tired puffy eyes and swollen legs due to pregnancy
- Promotes healing of wounds and burns and improves the appearance of old scars
- Can minimise or reduces stretch marks
- Can be used to speed healing after cosmetic surgery