Vodder Style Manual Lymph Drainage

For the past century, Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), a European modality has been used in the finest spas and clinics of Lymphology for lymphatic wellness. It is the modality of choice to improve lymphatic flow and filtration especially when a conservative approach is physician recommended. Refined and researched by Dr. Vodder, MLD is one of the only modalities expressly designed to deliver benefits to the lymphatic system without use of drugs of surgery. The strokes of MLD are gentle enough to work on infants and offers palliative relief for some diseases/conditions. In addition, MLD brings natural beauty out by eradicating toxins within. 

The Benefits of MLD

No Drugs No Surgery

 Manual Lymph Drainage can be used to treat the following:

* Lymphedema after mastectomy
* Lymphostatic edema of the extremities
* Primary and Secondary Lymphedema
* Edema of traumatic origin (hematoma, sprains, joint dislocations, ligament lesions, torn muscles, treatment of fractures, etc.)
* Scar treatment including post-cosmetic surgery and oral surgery
* Rheumatic illnesses (i.e., lupus erythematosus)
* Local chronic inflammation in the respiratory tract
* Dermatological indications (acne, eczema, rosacea, etc.)
* Tendinitis
* Fibrositis
* Sinusitis
* Bursitis
* Arthritis
* Carpal tunnel syndrome
* Burns
* Circulatory Problems
* Pre and Post plastic surgery
* RSD
* Sprains and strains
* Sports Injuries
* Ulceration
* Venous Insufficiency

Alleviates many chronic conditions:

       - Chest infection, nasal congestion, catarrh

       - Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), constipation

       - Arthritic swelling, pain and inflammation   

Relieves fluid congestion:

        - Puffy eyes and face

        - Swollen knees and ankles

        - Maternity swelling 

        - Post-operative swelling such as fractures, hip and knee  replacement  

Excellent for post plastic surgery (face, neck, abdomen, thighs etc), by speeding up healing, pain reduction, bruising and swelling.  Aids Cellulite reduction.  Relieves the stress by calming down the Central Nervous System.  

It is the most effective component for the treatment and control of Lymphoedema and assists in conditions arising from venous insufficiency.

The Treatment

The first visit will be an explanation of how lymphatic system works and thorough consultation where the following areas will be addressed: medical history, current symptoms, diet, exercise and lifestyle. Based on this information the frequency and duration of the treatment sessions will be discussed. Most conditions need nutritional guidelines with specific diet plans to achieve the best results.  This matter will be discussed upon your first visit. 

The Lymphatic System

Detoxification begins and ends in the lymphatic system. The divine design of this system is to transport nutrients throughout the body while at the same time eradicate toxins from it. Better know as the immune system, a compromised system lends itself to illness. Like a car requiring a filter change to prevent sluggish performance and breakdown, so too the lymphatic system is in need of scheduled maintenance for peak performance. 

The Lymph

The lymph is colorless fluid similar to the blood. Its main functions are:
To break down harmful substances (waste products, viruses, bacteria,  cancer cells).
To transport nutrients, vitamins, hormones, etc. throughout the body.
To strengthen the body’s immune system by producing white blood cells. 
To eliminate excess fluid from the tissues.

The Nodes (Glands)

The lymph nodes are cleansing stations, situated along the source of lymphatic vessels, which swell up when the body is ill. The nodes filter out and destroy toxic material collected from the body via the lymph. During the course of any infection, the nodes become enlarged, often painful and inflamed. The nodes are located in the neck, the armpits, abdomen and the groin; they most commonly swell up in the course of a disease.