Lymphatic Drainage | Pregnancy Lymphatic | Lymphoedema Management

• Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water in the 24 hours leading up to your treatment to support lymphatic flow.
• Avoid alcohol and processed foods: Reducing alcohol, caffeine and highly processed foods beforehand helps your body respond more effectively.
• Eat a light meal: Avoid heavy meals immediately before your session, especially as some treatments involve lying down.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing: Choose soft, breathable fabrics that will not leave marks on the skin.
• Arrive with clean, dry skin: Please avoid heavy lotions or oils before your appointment.
• Expect increased circulation: Some clients notice temporary warmth, thirst or increased urination as the body begins processing fluid.
• Pregnancy clients: Pregnancy lymphatic drainage is suitable from the second trimester onwards.
• Lymphoedema clients: Please bring your compression garment with you.

Scar Therapy

• Allow full healing: Scar therapy is most effective on fully healed scars. If your scar is open, inflamed or less than 6 weeks old, please wait until fully closed before treatment.
• Remove silicone strips: If using silicone sheets or strips, remove them at least 2 hours before your session.

Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage

• Follow your surgeon’s timeline: Ensure you have been cleared for manual lymphatic drainage before booking.
• Compression garments: If advised by your surgeon, remove compression garments at least 30 minutes before your session where possible.
• Stay hydrated: Adequate water intake supports lymphatic flow and reduces swelling.
• Avoid alcohol and salty foods: These may increase fluid retention.
• Pain relief: You may take prescribed pain medication before your appointment if needed.
• Wear loose clothing: Choose items that are easy to remove and do not put pressure on surgical areas.
• Dressings: If you have open drainage sites, ensure they are properly covered and bring spare dressings if required.
• Expect gentle specialist care: Post-operative lymphatic drainage is designed to be gentle, effective and supportive without causing pain.

Visiting The Altrincham Clinic

If your appointment is at our Altrincham location, you can find directions, parking information and arrival guidance below.