The technique was pioneered by Doctor Emil Vodder in the 1930s for the treatment of chronic sinusitis and other immune disorders.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage helps promote the movement of lymphatic fluid to healthy vessels out of the swollen limb,transporting it back to the normal circulatory system. It is a gentle, light massage technique. It should not be confused with a traditional massage.
MLD is specifically focused on the lymph vessels to help the flow of lymphatic fluid. Therapy is applied to your unaffected areas first, making it possible for the fluid to move out of the affected area, or “decongest” the region.