Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a highly specialised, non-invasive therapeutic technique.  Unlike traditional medium and deep tissue massages that target sore muscles, MLD focuses exclusively on the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is your body’s “clean-up crew”.  It is a network of delicate vessels and nodes responsible for removing excess fluid and cellular debris from your tissues.  During an MLD session, a trained therapist uses light, slow, rhythmic, and pumping hand movements.  These gentle motions start in healthy, non-swollen areas to “open” up the well-working lymph collectors, and then gently sweep fluid from the swollen, surgical area to a place where it can be processed naturally.  It is entirely painless and designed to respect delicate post-surgical tissues, and clients often fall asleep during the treatment as it can be very relaxing.

What are the benefits of MLD?

Your body perceives surgery as an injury, causing natural responses like fluid retention, bruising and inflammation.  Integrating MLD into your post-surgery recovery provides several key benefits:

 – Reduces swelling and bruising:  By moving excess fluid, MLD rapidly decreases post-operative edema, helping you feel more comfortable and mobile.

– Pain relief:  The gentle, repetitive motions have an analgesic effect, naturally alleviating the uncomfortable tightness and pressure that accompany surgical swelling.

– Minimizes Fibrosis and Scar Tissue:  MLD helps prevent the formation of hard lumps, thick fibrous scar tissue (fibrosis), and seromas (pockets of fluid), resulting in a smoother, more aesthetic outcome.

– Accelerates healing:  By eliminating dead cells and fluid, tissues receive oxygenated blood and nutrients more efficiently, speeding up your overall recovery time.

How much does it cost?

A 60-minute treatment session costs £60. Initial sessions may be shorter however, and the cost is adjusted accordingly

Treatments are offered by  Jeanie Gillespie, owner of LunarWaves massage in  Falmouth.   For more details please contact her directly:  Home | Lunarwavesmassage

Truro Bookings can we made via the online booking page of our website (please note gift vouchers purchased via keheren therapy cannot be used for Jeanies Treatments)