Dr Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a specialised treatment which gently stretches the skin over the deeper muscular tissue using four main strokes in slow rhythmical sequences, without the use of oil. These gentle techniques encourage natural drainage of the lymphatic system with the aim to assist with immune function, healing, lymphoedema management, calming the nervous system, and many other conditions and situations.
Dr Vodder's MLD techniques simulate and stimulate the rhythmic contraction of the lymph vessels which in turn increases the volume and flow of lymph fluid.
This helps maintain fluid balance in the body by collecting excess fluid from the tissue and depositing back into the blood stream.
The increase in lymph flow also stimulates production of lymphocytes, (a type of white blood cell which helps fight disease and infection). These are concentrated at the at the lymph nodes and serve to remove unwanted and harmful substances that have been collected with the fluid.
The neutralised lymph fluid continues its journey through larger lymph vessels called trunks, re-entering the main circulatory system at a junction with subclavian vein, near the collar bone, just prior to entering the heart.
Benefits of MLD
Regular treatments can be very beneficial for:
Long-term health,
Enhancing the immune system
Reducing swelling
4. Improving digestion
5. Boosting energy
6. Calming the nervous system
7. Lymphoedema and lipoedema management
Conditions Treated
When applied in this way to its fullest potential, a wide range of conditions can be treated, such as:
- Sinusitis
- Bronchitis
- Bloating
- Stress, by relaxing the CNS, (fight or flight => rest and digest.)
- Post injury or post-surgery oedema (swelling)
- Pre- and post- liposuction or plastic surgery
- Non-infected inflammatory conditions (e.g., sprains and strains) -
-Sports event recovery (DOMS)
- Pain management
- Acne
- CRPS (Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome)
- Palliative pain relief
- As part of Lipoedema management
- Primary or secondary lymphoedema in the following situations:
- When there is swelling
- For lymphoedema prevention
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- And more...
Treatment Procedure
The Vodder method of MLD is a versatile system where the four main strokes are applied in either:
a) a basic sequence,
b) modified and more targeted sequences, or
c) combined with additional specialised techniques for treating swelling caused by Lymphoedema
In general, treatment often begins and ends with a deep diaphragmatic breathing routine, another great way to get the lymph flowing back into the venous system and through the deeper lymphatic pathways.
The type of treatment used is based on a thorough assessment of the symptoms presented and so is always tailored to your individual needs.
As with myotherapy and remedial massage any contraindications specific to MLD need to be considered before beginning any treatment protocol.
Pricing
Manual Lymph Drainage
30 mins 45 mins 60mins 75 mins 90 mins
Standard
$70 $90 $110 $130 $150
Concession
$60 $80 $100 $120 $140
