Manual Lymphatic Drainage is one of our most popular treatments at Kat & Co. In fact, we recommend MLD to most of our surgical patients due to its amazing benefits for recovery, pain and swelling. However, MLD can be beneficial for anyone, even if you haven't undergone a surgical procedure: it can remove excess toxins and fluids, and promote a general sense of wellbeing and healthiness.
In this article we will run through all the various benefits of MLD and explain how it can help your body.
Manual lymphatic drainage is an advanced massage which uses a range of gentle specialised and rhythmic pumping techniques to stimulate the lymphatic system which plays important roles in our immune system, fat transport and drainage of the fluids between cells.
Lymphatic drainage is both preventative and remedial, and can enhance wellbeing. The massage is deeply relaxing, promotes healing, and controls swelling. It also relieves fluid congestion and is an effective component of the treatment and control of lymphoedema.
MLD should only be performed by a trained lymphatic drainage specialist. Our therapists undergo extensive training and follow emerging techniques to provide the best results.
The lymphatic system is a part of your immune system; a network of organs (vessels and nodes) that moves lymph through your bloodstream. It has many important functions, including:
The lymph is a clear fluid, similar to the blood, that contains nutrients and oxygen. However, unlike blood, lymph does not contain red and white blood cells. It travels around the cells to nourish them and take away discarded cellular materials including toxins. The lymph flows slower than the blood and can be easily slowed further by a poor diet or lack of exercise. MLD is important because it removes any obstructions to the lymphatic system, allowing it to flow more freely and act more effectively.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage can have numerous benefits, not only for surgical patients, but also for general health and wellbeing:
Our surgical patients are advised to have a course of MLD following surgery. Manual lymphatic drainage is particularly effective at controlling swelling after Facelifts, Blepharoplasties, Rhinoplasties, Vaser liposuction, Tummy Tucks and other body contouring procedures. This massage is also prescribed for patients with facial swelling such as festoons. Specific benefits include:
The usual recommendation for patients is to have 6 sessions over a 2 week period, starting from 1 to 7 days after surgery.
MLD for the face costs £65 for a single treatment, and £180 for a course of three
MLD for the body costs £85 for a single treatment, and £240 for a course of three
To book a Manual Lymphatic Drainage session, contact us, or call the clinic directly on 0121 456 7930
