MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, rhythmic massage technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system and encourage the natural movement of lymph fluids throughout the body. Using light, precise strokes, MLD helps reduce swelling, improve circulation, and support the immune system.
Key Health Benefits:
Post-Operative Recovery: MLD is widely used after surgery to reduce swelling (edema), minimize bruising, and accelerate healing. It can help improve tissue regeneration and enhance comfort during the recovery process.
Detoxification and Immune Support: By stimulating lymph flow, MLD helps the body eliminate toxins and waste more efficiently, supporting immune function and reducing inflammation.
Relief from Chronic Conditions: MLD can be beneficial for individuals dealing with conditions such as lymphedema, fibromyalgia, or chronic fatigue, offering relief from fluid retention, pain, and stiffness.
add-on Services
(included with Treatment price)
Many spas and therapists charge $15-30 extra for add-ons such as hot stones or cupping. I want you to receive these benefits without worrying about cost so they are always available for your appointment and included in your session price.
Cupping
Cupping therapy is an ancient healing method that may ease back pain, neck pain, headaches and other issues (neuro-sensory pain modulation). It uses suction to pull on your skin and superficial layers of fascia to increase circulation to the affected area. It may also interact with your autonomic nervous system to via sensory receptors in the skin to relax overactive muscles. In sports massage, we can also apply cupping to help improve movement patterns and performance. Usually leaves circular marks on skin that fade in 3-5 days.
FREE
Hot stones
Hot Stone massage incorporates heated stones to apply heat to sore, achey muscles. A wonderful way to relieve pain and tension in the body. Incredibly relaxing. Please request hot stones ahead of time so they are ready for your appointment.
FREE
Hot Towels
Warm towels applied to a specific part of the body to relax muscles, increase circulation, and release tension. Especially wonderful on the feet or hands!
FREE
kineseology tape
Evidence-based taping of a specific body part for the purposes of pain mitigation, rehabilitation, edema/swelling management, scar mobility, postural management and proprioception. Lasts up to five days depending on daily activities and location of tape.
FREE (additional areas $10 each)
iastm (instrument assisted soft tissue modulation)
Also known as “scraping”, “gua sha”, or “graston technique”, IASTM is a super-effective manual therapy form of neuro-sensory pain modulation. IASTM tools are designed to be used with very gentle applications of force; aggressive techniques with heavy pressure are no longer required. Some redness in the area may occur post-treatment.
FREE
“Her technique is outstanding. I was recommended by my doctor to do lymphatic massages after my surgery. Every doctor’s visit I was told my recovery was progressing amazingly. I owe it to Laura. It’s clear she has deep understanding of the craft and I feel so much better after each session. " Steve G.