Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Move the Fluid Your Body Is Holding Onto
A gentle, precise medical technique that reduces swelling, prevents fibrosis and speeds post-surgical recovery. Light pressure by design — pressing harder doesn't drain more.
Certified MLD therapists · 5.0 from 54 reviews
- 60 min
- Full body session
- Body or facial
- Facial sessions run 45 min
- No pain
- If it hurts, the pressure is wrong
What a session looks like
Gentle, Not Deep — And That's the Point
MLD works on the lymphatic system, which sits just under the skin. That's why the pressure is light: pressing harder doesn't drain more, it collapses the vessels you're trying to move fluid through.
- 1
Healing assessment
We review your procedure, how many days out you are and how your tissue is responding before starting.
- 2
Opening the lymph nodes
We start away from the surgical area, clearing the nodes that will receive the fluid.
- 3
Directed drainage
Slow, rhythmic movements that guide retained fluid toward the open pathways, always respecting your incisions.
- 4
Compression & home guidance
We check your compression garment and give you specific guidance until your next session.
Before you book
Is Lymphatic Drainage Right for You?
MLD is for you if
- You had plastic or reconstructive surgery in the last months
- You have swelling that isn't going down on its own
- Your surgeon recommended lymphatic drainage
- You feel hardened areas forming under the skin
- You retain fluid in legs or abdomen
MLD is not
- A weight loss method — it moves fluid, not fat
- A deep relaxation massage
- A replacement for your compression garment
- Recommended during active infection or fever
- A single-session fix — results come from consistency
If you have a heart, kidney or active oncological condition, tell us before booking. In some cases MLD is contraindicated and we'll say so.
What it does
What Changes After a Series of Sessions
Drainage is not cosmetic. Moving retained fluid on time changes how your tissue settles — and that shows up in your final result.
Most patients notice a difference in the first two to three sessions.
- Less swelling and pressure
- Fibrosis prevention
- Better mobility
- Faster incision healing
- Reduced discomfort
- More even contour
Lymphatic Drainage
Frequently Asked Questions About MLD
How many sessions do I need?
It depends on your procedure and how much fluid you're retaining. We assess your healing stage and recommend a schedule during your first visit — sessions are more frequent early on and space out as swelling comes down.
Does it hurt?
No. MLD uses very light pressure — most patients find it relaxing. If you feel pain, the pressure is wrong and you should say so.
Can I get MLD if I didn't have surgery?
Yes. Fluid retention, heavy legs and post-travel swelling all respond to drainage. It's just not a weight loss treatment.
How soon after surgery can I start?
Usually within the first few days, once your surgeon clears you. Starting early is what prevents fluid from settling and hardening.
Ready when you are
Book Your Drainage Session
Not sure if MLD is what you need? Tell us your situation and we'll say so honestly — including when it isn't.
- 1Pick a time, or call us if you'd rather ask first.
- 2We review your procedure, healing stage and any condition that could contraindicate drainage.
- 3Your session begins with node work, not with the surgical area — that's what makes it effective.
- Certified MLD practitioners
- Gentle technique, no pain
- We'll tell you if it's not for you