Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) for lymphoedema

You can have a special type of skin massage to reduce swelling from lymphoedema. It’s called manual lymphatic drainage or MLD.

Manual lymphatic drainage (specialised massage) for lymphoedema

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a specialised type of skin massage. It's a way of reducing swelling (lymphoedema) caused by fluid build up.

Fluoroscopy guided manual lymphatic drainage (FG-MLD)

Fluoroscopy guided manual lymphatic drainage is a specialised type of massage for lymphoedema. 

Last reviewed: 
11 Apr 2023
Next review due: 
11 Apr 2026