Lymphatic drainage is a light, deeply soothing, hands-on technique that stimulates the body's natural process to uptake fluid from surrounding tissues into the lymphatic system. This technique helps to reduce inflammation, calm the sympathetic nervous system, reduce sinus and joint pain, relieve stiffness, fatigue and bloating, reduce symptoms of auto immune disease, arthritis and chronic pain, aid post- surgical recovery and so much more! Lymphatic drainage massage can be used with other modalities when inflammation is present or as a stand-alone treatment.

Oncology Massage is tailored to address the specific needs of individuals undergoing treatment for cancer or living with a cancer diagnosis. The physiological changes caused by cancer and its treatments impact cells and tissues over time, making it essential to adapt traditional massage techniques. The side effects of chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and lymph node removal can be temporary or lead to long-term challenges. At Modern Body, we are dedicated to understanding your unique situation, ensuring that your session is customized based on your health history, risk of lymphedema, treatment type and stage, and any side effects you may be experiencing.

Breast cancer rehabilitation focuses on a manual therapeutic approach to address soft-tissue changes resulting from lumpectomy, mastectomy, reconstruction, or radiation therapy related to breast cancer. The treatment can lead to long-term effects on quality of life, especially when patients experience conditions like axillary web syndrome (cording), postural problems, scapular dysfunction, pain, or restricted shoulder mobility. Adapted myofascial techniques and lymphatic drainage are to manage these soft tissue concerns, which may be further complicated by lymphedema or the risk of developing it. Additionally, these techniques can help alleviate discomfort for clients with tissue expanders following a fill.

Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, and Deep Tissue Massage are techniques designed to relieve pain and enhance the function of soft tissues impacted by injury, immobility, or overuse. Myofascial Release specifically addresses the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles, organs, blood vessels, and nerves. Trigger Point Therapy targets sensitive knots in tense muscle bands that can trigger headaches, pain, numbness, or tingling. Deep Tissue Massage aims to break down adhesions at various depths of tissue, and while many prefer firmer pressure, it's a misconception that Deep Tissue Massage has to be painful to be effective; a skilled therapist can relieve adhesions without discomfort.

Post-surgical massage employs a range of techniques to aid the body's recovery after surgeries, including joint replacements, reconstructive or cosmetic procedures, and liposuction. During the first weeks post-surgery, lymphatic drainage therapy helps to reduce swelling and pain, minimizes fibrosis, and enhances wound healing and scar formation. In the later stages of recovery, methods targeting scar tissue and myofascial adhesions can be applied.

Lymphatic facial massage is a soothing and deeply relaxing method that focuses on the lymphatic system in the face and neck. Using gentle pressure and rhythmic motions, lymphatic drainage encourages increased lymph flow, diminishes puffiness, and detoxifies the skin. By eliminating toxins and waste from the tissue, it enhances skin health and appearance, improves circulation, cell regeneration, and increases collagen production. Additionally, myofascial techniques aimed at facial muscles are included in the treatments to further refine facial contours and reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles.