MLD (Manual Lymph Drainage)

The Dr. Vodder method of MLD is a manual, therapeutic method of stimulating the movement of fluids in the tissues. The gentle, rhythmic, pumping, massage-like movements follow the direction of lymph flow and produce rapid results, especially with lymphedema patients.

MLD is recognized as the number one therapy for treating and maintaining primary and secondary lymphedema.  Additionally, it has been used in the treatment of over thirty lesser conditions, from pre & post surgery, skin conditions, ears/nose/throat, detoxing to boosting your immune system. Apart from increasing lymph flow; MLD also has a pain relieving effect that can be used with recent trauma, such as sport injuries.  Patients find the technique soothing and relaxing with no side effects. It is a gentle, rhythmic massage-like movement, performed with great deal of precision and requires a well-trained therapist to obtain good results.

CDT enables the ability to manage patients with Lymphedema and venous insufficiency edema, using a combination of Manual Lymph Drainage, Exercise Therapy, Compression Bandaging and Skin Care.  This allows advanced care of patients with lymphedema, whether from surgery, radiation or congenital malformation. Suitable venous edemas may also be managed successfully with these techniques.