Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) in Halifax
Gentle, precise techniques that encourage lymph flow, ease inflammation and support post-surgical recovery. Delivered by Melissa MacIntosh, RMT & Certified MLD Practitioner (Vodder Level 3).
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a specialized, evidence-based massage technique that uses gentle, rhythmic movements to stimulate the lymphatic system. Unlike traditional massage, MLD employs feather-light pressure to encourage the natural flow of lymph fluid through the body.
The lymphatic system is your body's natural cleaning crew — it removes waste, toxins, and excess fluid while supporting immune function. When lymph flow is compromised, MLD helps restore balance and optimize this essential system.
Vodder Level 3 Certified
Highest international standard
Why Choose MLD?
Experience the profound benefits of specialized lymphatic care
Post-Surgical Recovery
Accelerate healing and reduce swelling after surgery with gentle, specialized lymphatic techniques
Reduce Inflammation
Natural detoxification that supports your body's ability to remove waste and reduce chronic inflammation
Immune Support
Enhance lymphatic flow to strengthen your body's natural defense mechanisms and overall immunity
Deep Relaxation
Experience profound calm as gentle touch activates your parasympathetic nervous system
Conditions We Support
MLD can help with a wide range of health concerns
What to Expect During Your Session
Gentle Touch
MLD uses extremely light, rhythmic pressure — no deep tissue work, just precise, flowing movements that follow your lymphatic pathways.
Clothed or Draped
You'll be comfortably positioned on a treatment table, fully draped or lightly clothed depending on the treatment area.
Deeply Calming
Most clients experience profound relaxation. It's common to drift into a meditative state as your nervous system settles.
Personalized Protocol
Melissa designs each session based on your specific condition, medical history, and treatment goals.
Meet Your MLD Practitioner
Advanced certification, compassionate care, exceptional results
Melissa MacIntosh, RMT
Certified Vodder Level 3 MLD Therapist
Highest International Standard
Vodder Level 3 certification represents the most advanced, globally recognized training in lymphatic therapy — requiring extensive in-person instruction, practical evaluation, and clinical mastery.
Melissa is a Registered Massage Therapist with advanced certification in the Vodder Method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Level 3 Therapist) — the highest globally recognized training standard in lymphatic therapy.
The Vodder Institute curriculum requires extensive in-person instruction, practical evaluation, and certification by a certified teaching team. This ensures that Melissa's techniques are safe, clinically precise, and effective for post-surgical clients, oncology patients, and those with chronic inflammatory or circulatory conditions.
It's important to note: Not all providers offering "lymphatic drainage" or "Brazilian lymphatic massage" have recognized MLD training. Unqualified treatments can be too deep or stimulating, potentially worsening swelling or interfering with recovery. Melissa's advanced Level 3 Vodder training means her clients can trust they're receiving evidence-based, medically sound lymphatic care performed to the safest international standards.
Combining her clinical background, anatomical precision, and nurturing presence, Melissa helps clients recover comfortably, restore balance, and reconnect with their bodies' natural healing rhythms.
Ready to Begin?
Experience the gentle power of Manual Lymphatic Drainage with Melissa MacIntosh