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Therapeutic Massage Technique and Sequence for Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Therapeutic Massage Technique and Sequence for Manual Lymphatic Drainage

MASS-0303 - Therapeutic Massage Technique and Sequence for Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Gentle Streams of Renewal, Guiding the Body's Inner Rivers Home

The lymphatic system is the body’s silent stream—gentle, continuous, and vital. It purifies, protects, and restores, yet remains one of the most understated systems in bodywork. In this two-day intensive, we immerse ourselves in the art and science of Therapeutic Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)—a subtle, rhythmic, and highly refined form of manual therapy that supports fluid movement, immune function, and deep systemic balance. Through sensitive, skillful touch, you’ll learn to engage the body’s inner waterways—clearing stagnation, calming inflammation, and creating space for restoration. This gentle yet profound modality is especially suited for clients navigating post-surgical recovery, chronic fatigue, swelling, immune dysfunction, and the lingering effects of stress or trauma. Drawing from classical techniques, modern clinical applications, and a somatic understanding of the body’s terrain, this course offers more than just protocol. It teaches the practitioner to listen through touch, to respond with clarity, and to guide the body toward its own rhythm of renewal. Whether supporting wellness, recovery, or emotional resilience, MLD is a powerful addition to any therapeutic massage practice—offering both subtlety and depth, stillness and flow.

In-Person, Hands-On Instruction

🕒 8 Hours Ahna Ma
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Learning Objectives & Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, including lymph nodes, vessels, angions, and watersheds
  • Identify indications and contraindications for MLD
  • Perform core MLD techniques, including stationary circles, scoop strokes, and pump techniques
  • Execute full-body lymphatic drainage sequences for general wellness
  • Adapt treatment protocols for specific conditions such as:
    • Sinus congestion
    • Chronic inflammation
    • Post-surgical edema (non-complicated cases)
    • Fatigue, stress, sluggish digestion
  • Integrate MLD into massage therapy sessions for calming the nervous system and relieving tissue congestion

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Target Audience

Licensed massage therapists or advanced massage students

Bodyworkers looking to deepen their therapeutic skills with subtle, rhythmic, and clinically grounded techniques

Therapists interested in immune system support, detoxification protocols, and post-illness care

Practitioners drawn to soft, non-invasive techniques with powerful systemic benefits

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Prerequisites

To ensure student safety and learning success, the following are required:

  • Completion of a foundational massage therapy program
  • Anatomy & Physiology coursework (must include musculoskeletal and respiratory systems)
  • Prior hands-on practice with palpation and basic massage techniques
  • Current or past licensure as a massage therapist, or enrollment in an advanced massage training program Note: Students must be comfortable giving and receiving hands-on work on the chest wall, sternum, ribs, diaphragm, and neck, and must agree to uphold a trauma-informed, consent-based practice environment.

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Assessment & Evaluation

Ahna Ma

Ahna Ma

Art, in its initial stage, is science.  Science, in it's highest form, is art.  

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