Type
Massage Therapy
Duration
1 hour
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- Therapist trained specifically in manual lymphatic drainage technique
- Structured lymph-flow sequence targeting the relevant drainage zones
- Guidance on self-drainage movements to continue between sessions
- Option to combine with device lymphatic drainage for enhanced effect
Manual lymphatic drainage at CPM Pavla Koláře uses light, rhythmic, directional strokes to stimulate the lymphatic system and reduce fluid accumulation in the tissues. Performed by trained therapists, this gentle technique is applied to the lymph nodes and lymph vessels to support detoxification, reduce post-surgical oedema, and improve circulation. Available in 20-minute targeted, 60-minute, and 90-minute full-body formats with pack pricing.
About this treatment
Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a specialised massage technique developed by Emil and Estrid Vodder in the 1930s that uses very light, skin-stretching strokes — far lighter than conventional massage — applied in a specific sequence that follows the anatomical routes of the lymphatic system. The aim is to stimulate the contraction of the initial lymphatics (the tiny vessels that absorb fluid from the tissues) and to direct the flow of lymph towards…
At CPM Pavla Koláře, MLD is administered by therapists specifically trained in lymphatic techniques rather than offered as a modification of conventional massage. The 20-minute targeted session focuses on a specific node group — typically the neck, axillary, or inguinal nodes — and is used as a standalone treatment for mild presentations or as an adjunct to device-based drainage. The 60-minute session allows for thorough drainage of a major body region,…
MLD may support recovery from post-surgical swelling (particularly following orthopaedic or reconstructive procedures), chronic lymphoedema management, sinusitis and chronic sinus congestion, immune system support during illness recovery, and general detoxification and circulation improvement. It is commonly combined with device-based pneumatic compression drainage for enhanced effect, and is also used by athletes managing training-induced soft tissue…
Good to know
- Duration options
- 20 min (targeted), 60 min, or 90 min
- Technique
- Vodder-style manual lymphatic drainage
- Application
- Post-surgical oedema, chronic lymphoedema, detox support
Who is this for?
Post-surgical swelling, chronic lymphoedema, immune system support, sinusitis management, and athletes managing soft tissue fluid accumulation
About the clinic
Reviews, team and credentials
Independent review links and clinic-reported team information.
Clinical team
The centre is founded by Prof. PaedDr. Pavel Kolář, Ph.D. (born 1963, Prague), developer of the DNS methodology, vice-dean of Charles University's 2nd Faculty of Medicine, and author of 140-plus professional publications. The wider team comprises 150-plus physiotherapists, rehabilitation physicians, orthopedists, sports medicine doctors, neurologists, cardiologists, radiologists, psychologists, and nutritionists —…
Languages: cs, en
What clients say
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Treatment highlights
- Therapist trained specifically in manual lymphatic drainage technique
- Structured lymph-flow sequence targeting the relevant drainage zones
+2 more items in What's included
Manual lymph node release 20 min: 1,000 Kč. 60-minute session: 1,600 Kč (derived from 6-pack rate). Pack of 6×60 min: 9,600 Kč. Pack of 12×60 min: 19,200 Kč. Pack of 6×90 min: 15,000 Kč (2,500 Kč/session).