Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a highly specialised technique that can be used to treat many injuries and pathologies. It can be performed as a preventative technique that bolsters our bodies' ability to rejuvenate and resist all types of stress.

MLD not only stimulates the vital functions of the skin, tissues and internal organs, but also serves to eliminate cellular waste and stimulate the parasympathetic relaxation response inhibiting muscle tonus and pain.

It provides an excellent tool for massage therapists when regular massage is contraindicated.

This unique course covers the many dimensions of MLD:
•    All areas of the body will be reviewed and students will be provided with an understanding of the lymphatic system and the implications and complications that are associated with MLD
•    Illustration for students from a clinical perspective on how to achieve complete evacuation of lymph nodes and thus achieve complete drainage to specific areas
•    Review of current research in the area and the efficacy of MLD within this research
•    Demonstration of exact area specific sequences including amount of pressure applied and examination of "0 pressure" points within these

By the end of this two day course, you’ll possess the ability to understand and perform a full lymphatic drainage with confidence and skill.

Presenter
Director of Rhythm Massage Development, Michelle Yaffe studied her Diploma of Remedial Massage at Victoria University, graduating valedictorian of her year.

She currently lectures in a variety of remedial subjects at Victoria University, and specializes in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), self care for massage therapists and research literacy. Michelle also delivers seminars as a guest lecturer and workshop presenter for various national massage associations in Australia and Canada.
Michelle believes educating therapists empowers them to continue not only their professional development, but also their personal journey. She is a passionate and dedicated educator who can guarantee a dynamic and fun learning experience for all her students.


What past students say...

Dear Michelle,

I attended your awesome MLD seminar in Calgary, this past October 26 and 27. I really enjoyed your course and learned so much. Thank you again for opening up my mind to a new dimension of therapy, I do really enjoy it

Ester de Goede
Calgary, Canada


Hi Michelle,

I hope you got back home ok and you had a good night sleep, ready to take on the world again today.
 
On a personal note, I’d like to thank you for the last two days re: the MLD course. It was refreshing to see another modality that is less taxing on your body and one that could be incorporated in my Massage business here in SA.
 
I complement you on your professionalism and your knowledge and passion on the subject matter.

Peter Brussow
Willaston, South Australia

Where and When?
Melbourne – September 11 & 12 – 9.30am-4.30pm