Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual Lymphatic drainage Massage or MLD is painless & is used to move fluid out of the body. Many people also enjoy this massage to reduce inflammation and feelings of "toxicity" .
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How much is Manual Lymphatic drainage?
A full 90 min session is always recommended for the 1st session. $160
Yes it is covered by your private health insurance if you have remedial massage or myotherapy as part of your extras cover.
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Alternativity a face, stomach of single body part eg 1 leg a 45 min mini session is often fine. $95
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Common reasons people seek Manual Lymphatic drainage.
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To get the best results from a orthopedic or plastic surgery.
To enhance the healing process from injury or surgery.
To reduce swelling and inflammation anywhere on the body.
To improve Sinus pain or a puffy face.
To look their best for a special occasion.
To aid a weight loss program.
To enhance a naturopathic detox program.
To reduce muscle tension due to lymphatic overload.
As part of the management of Lymphoedema or Lipoedema
To sooth the discomfort of Arthritis and Fibromyalgia
To relax and sooth the body and nervous system.
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Lipeodema
Body Restored works a lot with clients who have a diagnosis of Lipoedema. It is complex and varied in its symptoms,
We do not offer a diagnosis, but we do offer treatments to manage pain due to hypermobility, inflammation, fibrosis (hardened often lumpy tissues) and fluid retention. We can also support you before and after your surgeries if that is where your heading.
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Treatments to support you pre and post Lymph sparing liposuction.
If you have had this procedure, we will happily support you during your healing process. We provide hands on scar a swelling management, as well as home care.
Post plastic surgery support
Many clients seek our help to recover and get the best results from their surgeries. In fact, most plastic surgeons will recommend regular lymphatic drainages after surgery as soon as day 2.
Manual Lymphatic drainage reduces scaring and lumpiness in the tissues. It speeds up the healing process and offers support in your healing process.
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Pre Plastic surgery (Liposuction specifically)
In some cases, your plastic surgeon will request you receive one or two Manual Lymphatic drainages to soften the tissues they are going to operate on.
Stomach Lymph drainage and massage
Combining manual lymphatic drainage techniques with Visceral Manipulation and Aromatherapy massage our stomach massage treatment moves fluid, sculpts and often treats muscular tension in other areas of the body,
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Make the most of you MLD
Wear loose underwear.
Book on a day you can hydrate and eliminate fluid.
Don't moisturise.
Bring your compression or firm fitting clothing to wear afterwards. ​​
Sometimes we can't help
If you have any issues with your heart or kidneys, please contact us to discuss if
Lymphatic drainage is right for you.
Please do not book a lymphatic drainage appointment if you have any current infections and give yourself an extra few weeks after one to get the best results.