Tatyana Rac, RMT
*Minimum 24 hours needed for cancellations or rescheduling
VODDER MANUAL LYMPH DRAINAGE




What is MLD (Manual Lymph Drainage)?
It is a gentle, rhythmical manual technique that strategically assists lymph flow in areas of the body that could be struggling with congestion to reduce edema (tissue swelling). There are a few different MLD techniques. Specifically, Tatyana studied Vodder MLD, which was developed by Estrid and Emil Vodder in France in the 1930s.
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Tatyana trained under Robert Harris and Koby Blanchfield in Victoria, BC and under Andreas and Hildegard Wittlinger in Walchsee, Austria.
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MLD has many uses. It can help with:
- most types of surgery (pre-op AND post-op); cancer patients need clearance from their oncologist prior to treatment
- lymphedema
- lipedema
- poor blood circulation
- acute and chronic injury
- sinus congestion
- prenatal edema
- edema caused as a side-effect by certain medications (unless patient has MLD contraindications)
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MLD should not be used if you're experiencing edema with:
- congestive heart failure
- cirrhosis
- kidney disease or damage
- deep vein thrombosis
- acute infection, cellulitis
- bronchial asthma or bronchitis
- active cancer malignancy or radiation dermatitis
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MLD is best used in combination with proper skin care, movement and exercise, and custom compression garments or bandaging. To be fitted for custom compressions, please contact the following providers:
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MLD cannot be booked using the online system. Please call the clinic first at 587-635-5555 (Boost Physiotherapy) so we may discuss your particular condition and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan. Usually, multiple appointments will be necessary to see substantial changes.
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Please reach out with any inquiries.