What Is Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)?

MLD is a specialized therapeutic technique that employs the Vodder Method to gently stimulate the lymphatic vessels located just beneath the surface of your skin. This precise touch technique significantly enhances the body’s natural ability to eliminate waste, dead cell particles, and fluid retention from tissues. By accelerating lymphatic flow, MLD effectively reduces pain, swelling, and bruising in injured areas, potentially shortening recovery times. Surgeons often recommend MLD during the post-operative recovery phase to help prevent or minimize scar tissue formation. Additionally, MLD offers substantial benefits, such as the reduction of chronic swelling and water retention and pain relief from neuropathy, fibromyalgia, and arthritis . MLD also supports lymphatic detoxification, contributing to overall health and bolstering the immune system. The following are absolute conditions where MLD can't be performed under any circumstances: Acute or chronic infections Thrombosis or Blood Clots Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Malignant Tumors Uncontrolled Hypertension Pregnancy (First Trimester) Kidney Dysfunction Diabetes (with Peripheral Neuropathy) This service does not treat Lymphedema. It is recommended that you seek a Complete Decongestive Therapist.
Before and after post operative lymphatic sessions

Post-Op MLD pricing

30-Minute session - Face, Head, or Limb Post- Op (Ex: Face, Leg, or Arm Only) - $50
60-Minute session- Post- Op 1-2 Sites (Ex: Tummy Tuck, Breast Augmentation, or BBL) - $100
90-Minute session - Post- Op 3 Sites (Ex: Brachioplasty, Tummy Tuck, and BBL) - $150

* Sessions typically start 5 days post- surgery and can continue for 6 to 8 weeks depending on the type of surgery, complications and your current BMI.
* Sessions are usually 2 to 3 times a week. Package deals are available, please inquire upon booking.*

The Post Op MLD Experience

It’s essential to note that manual lymphatic drainage therapy is distinct from traditional massage therapy. Rather than using pressures to release restrictions in the muscle or fascia, MLD involves gentle touch to stretch the skin in order to address lymphatic system dysfunctions like swelling. Excessive pressure or overstimulation of soft tissues after an injury or surgical procedure can lead to increased pain, swelling, and bruising and may even damage lymphatic vessels. You can expect a pain-free experience during your MLD session without using lotions or oils. Importantly, MLD does not involve pushing fluid from surgical incisions, a process known as incisional drainage, which carries significant risks of infection and damage to the surgical site and lymphatic vessels. Such a procedure requires a physician’s expertise and is beyond the scope of my practice.

Lymphatic Drainage/Swedish massage Combo

This powerful combination uses manual Lymphatic techniques in a gentle, rhythmic massage that aims to stimulate the lymphatic system and promote the flow of lymph fluid throughout the body. This type of massage is often used to reduce swelling, detoxify the body, and boost the immune system. Combining this with Swedish massage techniques of long, flowing strokes, kneading, and tapping to relax muscles, improve circulation, and promote overall relaxation.

Pricing

60 minute session $ 80 90 minute session $110

Manual Lymphatic Drainage with Myofascial Induction

The Role of Myofascial restrictions
Fascia is a web like connective tissue that weaves throughout your entire body, encompassing muscles, bones, nerves, arteries, veins, and organs like a spider’s web. Fascia provides structural support, acts as a supportive framework that holds muscles, organs, and other structures in their proper positions. Fascia forms a protective layer, providing a cushioning effect that helps absorb shocks and protects delicate structures such as nerves and blood vessels and contains many sensory nerve endings, that provide feedback to the central nervous system. Proper functioning of the myofascial system is crucial for optimal movement, posture, and overall well-being. The myofascial system is susceptible to various dysfunctions that can come from factors such as poor posture, repetitive movements, trauma, inflammation, or chronic muscle tension. These dysfunctions can result in the development of fascial trigger points, adhesions, and imbalances, leading to pain, restricted movement, and compromised function. Fascia also plays a major role in the body's fluid dynamics. The lymphatic system is located within the fascial system and relies on muscle movement and fascia to squeeze the lymphatic vessels and push lymph through. Restrictions in the fascia can slow lymphatic flow and create pressure and pain to a restricted area or reduce overall lymphatic flow through the body.

MLD with Myofascial Induction Pricing


60 minute session- $90 90 minute session- $120
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The Benefits of Combining Therapies
Combining manual lymphatic drainage with targeted fascial induction session can effectively alleviate tightness by reducing edema, increasing range of motion, promoting the removal of cellular debris and lactic acid. This comprehensive full-body session begins with stimulation of lymphatic nodes and vessels, followed by focused attention on restricted or injured areas with little or no use of lotions or oils. Pain cream may be applied at the sessions end when necessary. This integrative therapy is particularly effective for addressing concerns related to physical trauma like falls, car accidents, or whiplash or Myofascial Syndrome.