Manual Lymphatic Drainage or MLD

What is MLD?

• MLD is a massage technique which uses a gentle pumping action.
• It is also known as “The Vodder technique”
• MLD is the most relaxing massage you will ever have because of its direct effects on the nerve cells.
  

  

What does it do?

• MLD activates the lymphatic system.

What is the Lymphatic system?

• The lymph system is a major component of the body’s immune system.
• It is a network of organs (spleen, thymus, tonsils and adenoids) and lymph nodes (small bean shaped nodules), ducts, and vessels that transports lymph from tissues to the bloodstream.
• The nodes are where immune cells such as lymphocytes, monocytes and plasma cells are produced.
• When bacteria are recognized in the lymph fluid, the lymph nodes enlarge, producing additional white blood cells to help fight infection.
• When people refer to swollen glands in the neck, they are usually referring to swollen lymph nodes.
• Lymph nodes also filter the lymph fluid removing foreign material such as bacteria, proteins, fats, toxins, pollutants and cancer cells.
• Common areas where lymph nodes can be easily felt, especially if they are enlarged, are: the groin, armpits (axilla), above the clavicle (supraclavicular), in the neck (cervical), and the back of the head just above hairline (occipital).

What is Lymph?

Lymph is a clear white fluid made of:

• Chyle (intestinal fluid, created by digestion, that contains proteins and fat.This is why the choice of fats we ingest is very important.)
• White blood cells, especially lymphocytes (lymphocytes are the cells that attack bacteria)

Why is MLD Beneficial?

When MLD is performed regularly, it:

• Helps to maintain a healthy environment for the cells of the connective tissue to produce elastin and collagen and enables the tissue to repair and heal itself.
• Removes oedema (swelling)

Who would benefit?

• Injury or surgery – speeds recovery time and enables the individual to regain full range of joint motion much quicker.
• Skin conditions – acne, rosacea, eczema. Psoriasis
• Arthritis, rheumatism, migraines, intestinal disorders, constipation, sinusitis.
• Ideal treatment during detox and cleanses.
• Ideal treatment if having a laser fat reduction.
• Ideal treatment for candidiasis.

How often are treatments recommended?

• For injury or post surgery – 1 to 2 times a week.
• Other conditions – once week until the condition is under control.
• For basic good health – once a month.

How much will it cost?

• 30 minute treatment = $65
• 60 minute treatment = $100
• Packages available for a group of sessions.

For more information and questions regarding this treatment please feel free to contact me!