Lymphatic Drainage in Altona North
Lymphatic drainage massage uses light, rhythmic strokes to support your body's natural lymphatic flow, helping with fluid retention, post-surgical swelling, and that heavy, sluggish feeling some people carry in their legs or arms. At Inner West Health & Performance, we combine gentle manual lymphatic drainage technique with dry brushing to stimulate the skin and support circulation before hands-on work begins. It's a slower, more gentle style of massage than our remedial work, pressure stays light throughout, because that's what makes the technique effective.
Lymphatic drainage massage can help with:
Post-surgery swelling
Lymphedema
Lipedema
Fibromyalgia
Fluid retention
Rheumatoid arthritis
Poor blood flow (Chronic Venous Insufficiency)
Other issues it can help ease symptoms of:
Gut health related inflammation
Endometriosis flare-ups
Stress
What is dry brushing and why do you use it?
Dry brushing is a light brushing technique applied to dry skin before the massage, using short, gentle strokes toward the direction of lymph flow (toward the heart). We use it to stimulate circulation and prepare the skin's surface, complementing the manual lymphatic drainage that follows.
You will also be taught how to use the dry brush yourself and take home the brush used in your session.
Does lymphatic drainage massage hurt?
No. Unlike deep tissue or remedial massage, lymphatic drainage uses very light pressure. If you're expecting a deep, firm massage, this isn't that; the light touch is what makes the technique work.
Who is lymphatic drainage massage suitable for?
Lymphatic drainage massage is well suited to anyone holding onto excess inflammation or swelling. It may also ease symptoms associated with more complex chronic health conditions and stress.
It can also be used for calming the nervous system and relaxation.