Lymphatic drainage is a gentle, rhythmic massage that encourages your body to move lymph fluid and reduce swelling. It is much lighter than a typical massage, and it is often used to support recovery after surgery or injury. At RMT Metrotown in Metrotown, it is provided by a registered massage therapist.
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If you have had recent surgery, check with your surgeon about timing, and let your therapist know the details so the session is safe for where you are in recovery.
The pressure is light and the pace is slow and repetitive, following the direction your lymph naturally drains. It feels calming rather than intense, and many people find it deeply relaxing. Your therapist focuses on the areas where fluid is building up and works with your body’s own drainage pathways.
When provided by a registered massage therapist, it is covered by most extended health plans, and we direct bill the major providers.
It is far gentler. Instead of working into muscle, it uses light, rhythmic strokes to move fluid.
That depends on your procedure and surgeon's advice. Contact us with your details and we will help you plan safe timing.
Tell us what is going on and we will point you to the right session length or therapist.