Best Lymphatic Drainage Massages near me in Commandeurs, Amsterdam

Everyone is different, but some of the effects you might experience after a lymphatic drainage massage include relaxation, a boosted immune system, increased energy and thirst, reduced swelling and bloating, and a need to urinate. If you’ve been suffering with a virus, you may experience flu-like symptoms as the lymph works harder to remove it from your body.

If you are suffering with acute inflammation, malignant tumours, thrombosis or heart problems, it might be best to avoid a lymphatic drainage massage. If in doubt, consult your doctor.

Lymphatic drainage massages are proven to benefit people with lymphedema. There are other suggested benefits too, but these aren’t yet supported by evidence-based research.

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For post-surgical recovery, daily or every-other-day sessions in the first 2–4 weeks are often recommended. For general wellness or fluid retention, 4–6 sessions are a typical starting point. Your therapist will advise based on your specific needs.

Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle, specialised massage technique that uses light, rhythmic strokes to stimulate the lymphatic system, encouraging the movement of lymph fluid through the body. It supports detoxification, reduces fluid retention, and boosts immune function.

Lymphatic vessels can become impaired or blocked after surgery, an injury that has caused swelling, disease (such as cancer) or an infection; if you’ve experienced any of these, you could benefit from a lymphatic drainage massage which will help get the fluids moving and working properly again. If in doubt, consult your doctor – they’ll be best able to advise you whether or not to have this kind of massage.