You might not be experiencing pain, but your body feels swollen, heavy, or not quite right...
It could be something that manual lymphatic drainage can ease.
Our expert manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage will help:
Reduce swelling & fluid retention
Support natural lymphatic flow
Improve comfort and mobility
When might you need lymphatic drainage massage?
There are a few reasons you might benefit from manual lymphatic drainage (MLD)
and often, it comes down to your body needing a bit of extra support.
After Surgery
Even when everything looks like it’s healing on the outside… your body can still feel a bit ‘off’ underneath. This is because surgery disrupts your lymphatic system, making it harder for fluid to move around the body as it normally would.
And that’s where lymphatic drainage is imperative.
You can receive lymphatic drainage massage almost anywhere on your body, but it is particularly common when surgery has been performed between the neck and abdomen - often for procedures such as breast lifts, breast reconstructions, tummy tucks and C-sections.
If you have Scars on your Body
Most people don’t realise scars can affect what’s happening beneath the surface.
They can act a bit like a dam, blocking the natural flow of lymph through the body.
This is why manual lymphatic drainage is imperative after surgery, because it helps your body move fluid more freely again.
Heavy or Swollen Legs
If your legs feel swollen, heavy, or uncomfortable, or like it’s that end-of-the-day feeling where your legs just don’t feel like your own anymore (and if other medical conditions have been ruled out) …
Lymphatic drainage massage can be an effective way to:
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Reduce fluid build-up.
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Improve movement.
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Help your legs feel lighter again.
What is lymphatic drainage massage? Does it Hurt?
Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle, specialist treatment designed to support the natural movement of lymph fluid around the body.
Unlike deep tissue or sports massage, it doesn’t rely on pressure and doesn’t hurt at all. In fact, it’s very gentle.
Instead, it uses light, precise movements to work just beneath the skin, where the lymphatic system sits. These specialist techniques are light touch only – making it a relaxing, yet effective treatment for the movement of fluid around the body.
By encouraging that natural flow again, lymphatic drainage massage helps your body:
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Move fluid more efficiently.
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Reduce swelling.
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Support healing and recovery.
Meet our Manual Lymph Drainage Expert: Sandra
Based at our clinic here in Leicester, you will be placed in the expert care of Sandra, a highly experienced clinician with a specialist background in:
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Women’s health physiotherapy
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Manual lymphatic drainage
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Scar therapy
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Pregnancy massage
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Pelvic health
..she also happens to be a Team GB Olympic Bronze Medallist! (so has a VERY good understanding of the human body).
What to expect from your appointment
From the moment you arrive at HLP Therapy, the focus is on helping you feel comfortable, supported, and completely at ease.
We’ll take the time to understand what’s been going on for you before tailoring the treatment to your body and your needs.
There’s never any pressure, and nothing is rushed.
Everything is done at your pace, with your comfort as the priority.
Because ultimately, it’s about supporting your body in the right way… so it can recover naturally.
Women’s Health Support at HLP Therapy
At HLP Therapy, we specialise in women’s health and postnatal recovery, offering evidence-informed care with ongoing support.
Alongside C-section scar massage, we also support women with:
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Scar treatment for all types of scars, including cosmetic and breast cancer scars.
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Midwife-led services, such as clinical reflexology, Moxibustion Therapy, consultations and acupuncture.
If you’re unsure what support is right for you, you’re very welcome to get in touch.