Description
Manual lymphatic drainage involves gentle, rhythmic pumping and semicircular hand movements that activate the angiomotor activity of lymphatic vessels. This massage enhances lymph flow, reduces swelling, stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, and helps relieve pain by promoting the transport of waste substances.
The technique impacts both cells and the intercellular matrix — including blood, lymph, and connective tissue fluids. As waste products are directed toward the vessel walls, they are more efficiently eliminated, resulting in detoxification and overall purification of the body.
Indications:
- muscle tension and pain
- faster recovery after workouts
- irritation or inflammation of nerve tissue
- migraine
- chronic pain syndrome (e.g. CRPS – Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)
- swelling caused by pregnancy or hormonal factors
- swelling caused by injuries, accidents, or trauma (tears, fractures, large scars)
- swelling associated with neurological conditions (multiple sclerosis, hemiplegia)
- acne vulgaris — for scar treatment ~20 sessions
- rosacea
- couperose (facial redness/capillary fragility)
- swelling in the facial and eye area
- overall immune system support
- swelling caused by a burn
- congenital lymphatic system dysfunction (primary lymphedema)
- psoriasis
- fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis (non-inflammatory stage)
- chronic venous insufficiency, thrombosis, chronic venous ulcer, erysipelas (non-acute stage)
- lipedema
- post-operative swelling (incl. cosmetic surgery, liposuction, etc.)
- swelling after oncological treatment (e.g. lymph node removal, radiation therapy)
Contraindications:
- acute infections (erysipelas, flu, fever)
- severe heart failure (stages III and IV)
- established hypotension (<105/60 mmHg)
- acute thrombosis or thrombophlebitis
- unexplained skin changes
- severe kidney disease
- age over 80 (reduced vascular elasticity, risk of thrombosis)
Duration of the procedure:
60 minutes
Recommended course of procedures:
We recommend a massage in a course of treatment for a long-lasting result. The best result is achieved after 4-7 sessions.
What can be combined with the procedure?
Manual lymphatic drainage massage can be effectively combined with other physiotherapy techniques. When needed, it is complemented by compression therapy, movement exercises, and skincare. Together, these methods enhance and prolong the benefits of manual lymphatic massage.
