Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Treat. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle and effective way to address post mastectomy concerns when lymph nodes have been removed or radiated. Lymph is redirected into new drainage areas, promoting post-surgical healing and overall well-being. Mastectomy scars are specially treated to loosen adhesions and soften scar tissue. MLD is a comforting and relaxing massage that can help with many side effects related to cancer treatments. To learn more about MLD, our Dr. Vodder certified therapist, Jana White is available for complimentary consultations.
Purpose. MLD is best suited to:
- People who have had lymph nodes removed or radiation,
- People with lymphedema,
- Mastectomy patients (‘chording” after mastectomy/ node removal) *myofascial release with MLD*,
- People experiencing chemotherapy side effects (ie constipation, stress ,skin conditions, pain),
- People with achy/ swollen legs, varicose veins (due to venous insufficiency).
Release. The benefits of a Compassionate Beauty MLD Massage are far reaching for the treatment of lymphedema. Some of these benefits include:
- reduce swelling,
- increases lymphatic flow,
- by encouraging new drainage pathways following lymph node removal,
- gentle, rhythmic, deeply relaxing,
- encourages post-surgical healing,
- loosens mastectomy scar tissue,
- educates patients at risk of lymphedema,
- decreases leg swelling in venous edema.
