manual lymph drainage (MLd) and Combined Decongestive therap
What is manual lymph drainage (MLD) ?
The lymphatic system is an important part of your immune and circulatory systems. It helps remove excess fluid, waste products, and proteins from your tissues while transporting immune cells throughout your body.
Manual Lymph Drainage is a gentle, hands-on therapy that uses precise, rhythmic movements to encourage lymph flow. The pressure is intentionally light because lymph vessels sit just beneath the skin, making deeper pressure unnecessary for this treatment.
Many people are surprised by how relaxing MLD feels, despite its therapeutic purpose.
What Can MLD Help With?
Your therapist will assess whether MLD is appropriate for your specific condition. It may be beneficial for:
- Post-surgical swelling and recovery
- Lymphedema management
- Venous insufficiency edema
- Venous stasis ulceration
- Burns
- Chronic swelling (edema)
- Arthritis
- Pregnancy related swelling
- Sports recovery
- Injury-related swelling
- Scar tissue management
- Sinus congestion
- General relaxation, wellness, and stress reduction
MLD is not a cure for medical conditions, but it can be an effective part of a broader treatment plan when clinically appropriate.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) After Breast Cancer Surgery
Recovering from breast cancer surgery can bring physical changes that extend beyond healing incisions. Swelling, tightness, reduced range of motion, and concerns about lymphedema are common after a lumpectomy, mastectomy, reconstruction, or lymph node removal.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a specialized treatment to support recovery from breast cancer surgery and ongoing lymphedema that can result from lymph node removal. Every treatment is tailored to your stage of healing and provided with a gentle, evidence-informed approach that complements the care you're receiving from your medical team.
Shena Craig, RMT is Dr. Vodder certified, having completed one of the most extensive and thorough training programs in Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD®) and Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT) which includes MLD, compression bandaging, exercise instruction, and skin care.
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) falls within the scope of Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) and can be direct billed as such. A BRIEF CONSULTATION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO BOOKING. CALL: 250-478-1120 or EMAIL SHENA: shenacraigrmt@gmail.com