Manual Lymphatic Drainage

This is a superficial and gentle type of massage. The pressure applied is very light compared to other massages. For this massage you will be lying on the table in your underpants and covered with towels. This massage is carried out without oil.

The purpose of the massage is to re-establish the natural flow of lymph through the body. For this reason the massage is carried out in a particular order starting from the neck area and covering the whole body. For this massage to have an effect, lymph nodes must be massaged, including those in the groin area, which may cause this massage to feel more intimate.

Benefits:

Re-establishes the natural flow of blood and lymph throughout the body
Improves the immune system
Reduces fluid retention and swelling
May help reduce hay fever and allergies

This massage is recommended to anyone at least once a year. Children may not benefit as much from this massage given the decreased likelihood of poor circulation of lymph in their bodies.

This massage can be recommended before or after surgical procedures as it can boost the immune system. If you have such a procedure planned, you may want to discuss with your doctor whether you should have a manual lymphatic drainage before or after the procedure.