Light by design
Closer to slow stroking than to a massage that works into muscle.
Gentle bodywork for Takoma Park
Lymphatic drainage near Takoma Park
Lymphatic drainage is a light, slow technique, and it is the treatment people most often arrive with the wrong expectation about. Worth reading before you book.
Your appointment
Give your skin the time to be understood
The appointment leaves room to discuss your goals, your current routine, sensitivity and any recent treatments before it begins. Your provider can explain the steps and say whether this is the right fit today.
lymphdrainage massage
90 minutes
$99
lymphdrainage massage
90 minutes
$149
lymphdrainage massage
90 minutes
$179
lymphdrainage massage
90 minutes
$199
Coming from Takoma Park
Takoma Park is a short trip across Montgomery County to us in Chevy Chase. The appointment itself runs from 30 to 90 minutes depending on what you book, so it fits a morning without taking the whole of it.
Plan for a quiet hour afterwards if you can. Most people feel relaxed rather than energised, and several notice they need the bathroom more than usual for the rest of the day.
Book lymphatic drainageWhat it is, and what it is not
This is a gentle, rhythmic technique using light pressure — closer to a slow stroking than to a massage that works into muscle. If you want deep pressure, this is the wrong booking and deep tissue is the right one.
It is a spa service, not a medical treatment. It does not treat lymphoedema, it is not post-surgical care, and it is not a detox. If you have unexplained swelling, an infection, a recent procedure or a diagnosed condition, speak to your doctor before booking rather than after.
A quiet hour after
Most people feel relaxed rather than energised. Plan for that if you can.
Not medical care
Not lymphoedema treatment, not post-surgical care, not a detox.
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Before you book
Will it hurt?
It should not. The pressure is deliberately light, and pain is a reason to say something rather than to endure it.
Tell the therapist at any point and the pressure or position will change.
Can I book this after surgery?
Only with your surgeon's guidance. Bring the procedure date, any restrictions, and what you have been told about activity.
Without that we cannot judge whether it is appropriate, and we will not guess.
Which length should I choose?
30, 60, 75 and 90 minutes are offered. Longer allows more of the body to be covered; discuss the goal at the start and the therapist will advise.
How long does it take to get here from Takoma Park?
Fifteen to twenty-five minutes by car depending on the hour. Mid-morning is the easiest window in both directions.
My surgeon mentioned this. What do you need from them?
Whatever they have told you about timing and about the area to avoid. If they have written anything down, bring it — your provider would rather read it than work from a recollection.
How soon after an operation is too soon?
That is your surgeon's decision, not ours. Ask them for a date and book after it rather than around it.
Will you work on an area that is still healing?
Not without knowing what your surgeon has said. Tell your provider where the site is at the start so it can be planned around.
Is it gentler than a normal massage?
The pressure is much lighter. If you were expecting something that works into the muscle, this is not that appointment.
Will I be able to drive home afterwards?
Yes. Some people feel a little relaxed afterwards, so give yourself a minute before setting off rather than leaving straight from the table.
What should I wear?
Something comfortable to travel in. You will not be in it during the appointment, but the trip home is easier in loose clothes.
Should I book in the morning or the evening?
Whichever leaves you least rushed afterwards. This is not an appointment to follow immediately with something demanding.
Can I book a short one to see how it feels?
Yes, and it is a sensible way to start. Your provider can tell you afterwards whether a longer appointment would suit you better.
Do I need to drink more water than usual?
Drink normally. Your provider will mention anything specific before you leave.
What if I feel something odd during it?
Say so while it is happening. The pressure and the area can both be adjusted during the appointment.
Is there anything I should not do afterwards?
Your provider will tell you before you leave, and it depends on why you came. Ask if they have not mentioned it.
Can I book this while I am unwell?
Not with a fever or an infection. Call and move the appointment rather than coming.
Do you need to know about my medication?
Yes, particularly anything for circulation or the immune system. If you are unsure whether something matters, mention it and let your provider decide.
Can I bring someone with me?
Yes, and there is somewhere for them to sit. Mention it when you book if they will need to be in the room.
How many appointments do people usually book?
It varies with why they came. Your provider will suggest a number after seeing how you respond to the first, not before.
How do I book my first one?
Through the button on this page. Choose a shorter option for a first appointment and say why you are coming when you arrive.
Lymphatic drainage near Takoma Park
Light pressure, a slow pace, and an honest conversation about whether it suits you.
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