Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Experience gentle relief from swelling and discomfort with our specialised Lymphatic Drainage Massage at J&J Therapy. This soothing treatment is designed by an HCPC-registered physiotherapist and delivered by our highly experienced Korean-trained therapists, ensuring you’re in safe hands. We use a warm, personalised approach to help reduce fluid build-up, ease that heavy feeling in your limbs, and support your overall well-being in a calm clinical setting.
What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a very gentle form of manual therapy that focuses on your body’s lymphatic system – the network of vessels and nodes that help remove waste, toxins, and excess fluid from your tissues. Unlike a deep tissue massage, this technique uses feather-light, rhythmic strokes instead of firm pressure. These delicate movements stimulate the flow of lymph fluid, encouraging your body to clear out swelling and oedema (fluid retention) naturally. The result is reduced puffiness, improved circulation, and often a general boost to your immune system, as the lymphatic system plays a key role in keeping you healthy.
How It Works
Our therapists perform the lymphatic massage with light, sweeping motions that are so soft you might barely feel them – yet they are remarkably effective. By gently tracing along lymph pathways, we help flush away stagnant fluids and metabolic waste that can build up after surgery, injury, or long periods of sitting or standing. The treatment is deeply relaxing and pain-free; many clients even find themselves unwinding as the gentle rhythm calms their nervous system. For even greater results, each session is followed by 15-20 minutes of pneumatic compression therapy. After your hands-on massage, you’ll relax with specialised compression boots or sleeves wrapped around your limbs. This advanced equipment applies mild pressure in waves, further improving lymphatic flow and blood circulation. The compression therapy amplifies the benefits of the massage by reducing any remaining swelling and helping your legs feel lighter and more energised by the end of the visit.
Ideal For Whom
Lymphatic Drainage Massage can be incredibly helpful for a wide range of people, especially those dealing with swelling or fluid retention. It’s ideal for:
Post-surgery or injury recovery
Gently reduces post-operative swelling and bruising, helping you heal faster and feel more comfortable after an operation or injury.
Lymphoedema management
Provides safe relief for those with lymphoedema (including cancer-related lymphoedema), helping to move excess fluid out of swollen areas without causing strain.
Work-related or lifestyle swelling
Eases that heavy, achy leg sensation from sitting at a desk all day, long flights, driving long distances, or standing on your feet for hours. If you get puffy ankles after a long day, this treatment will help you feel light on your feet again.
Pregnancy-related water retention
A gentle way to relieve swollen legs and ankles during pregnancy. Our light-touch approach is soothing and can help expecting mothers find comfort (always consult with your midwife or doctor, but this therapy is generally very pregnancy-friendly).
General wellness and immune support
Stimulates your lymphatic system to flush out toxins and support your immune function. Even if you’re not dealing with a specific issue, a lymphatic massage can leave you feeling refreshed, detoxified, and more resilient.
Expertise You Can Trust
At J&J Therapy, you’ll receive this service under the guidance of qualified professionals who truly care about your health. Our Lymphatic Drainage Massage programme was created by a UK HCPC-registered physiotherapist, meaning it adheres to high medical standards and the latest evidence-based practices. The treatment itself is carried out by our team of massage therapists trained in advanced Korean clinical techniques. With their hands-on hospital experience from Korea and deep understanding of anatomy, they blend Eastern and Western expertise to give you the best possible care. We pride ourselves on providing a warm, reassuring and professional environment. From the moment you arrive, we listen to your concerns and tailor the session to your needs. You can relax knowing that every stroke and every step – from the gentle manual massage to the compression therapy – is being administered with expert precision and genuine compassion. Your comfort, safety, and results are our top priorities. Ready to feel lighter and more at ease? Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing lymphoedema, or simply fed up with swollen legs after work, our Lymphatic Drainage Massage is here to help. Come and experience the relief for yourself at our New Malden clinic in London. Book your session today and take the first step towards a healthier, more energised you.