Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

MLD is a gentle technique used to reduce swelling, support healing, and calm the nervous system. As a Certified Lymphatic Therapist trained through the Klose Institute, Lisa works with clients in the maintenance phase of lymphedema, individuals with lipedema, and those preparing for or recovering from surgery.

Support Your Body’s Natural Healing Process

MLD sessions are performed by a Klose Institute–certified therapist using the advanced Vodder Method, a technique developed specifically to support the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system plays an important role in immune function and fluid balance, helping move excess fluid, filter waste from tissues, and support the body’s natural healing processes.
Gentle, rhythmic strokes are used to stimulate lymph flow. MLD can be especially beneficial for individuals preparing for or recovering from surgery, those living with chronic swelling conditions, or clients who have had lymph nodes biopsied or removed. Clients also seek MLD for support with conditions such as migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and lipedema. The treatment often promotes deep relaxation and may help reduce pain.

Advanced MLD for Post-Op Healing and Chronic Swelling

After surgery, injury, lymph node biopsy/removal, or ongoing inflammation, your lymphatic system can become overloaded, leading to swelling, discomfort, and slower healing. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle soft-tissue technique that boosts lymph movement through both the superficial and deep lymph vessels, helping clear excess fluid and waste. This reduces edema, eases pain, and supports your body’s natural ability to recover.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

Gentle, Advanced Lymphatic Care For Swelling, Recovery, And Pain Reduction

Our Simple Three-Step Process

Consultation

Discuss your goals and needs.

Personalized Plan

Get a customized wellness plan.

Ongoing Support

Receive continuous support and adjustments.

Hear from Our Clients

Clients share how MLD has helped them ease post-surgery swelling, recover more comfortably, and feel deeply relaxed, as reflected in our Google reviews.

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Johanna G
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I wholeheartedly recommend Lisa! She has so many wonderful qualities as a health professional: she's incredibly knowledgeable, professional, talented and effective. And she's personable, honest, and fun to spend time with. Working on health is quite personal and can be vulnerable and Lisa creates an atmosphere of ease and comfort. As a health professional myself, I respect and admire all of those qualities. I've sent clients to her and she has helped me personally. Within a few personal training sessions she resolved pain I had experienced for months, (even though I continued to do physical activities like gardening and heavy lifting that were aggravating).  I'm so happy she's a part of my health care team!
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John Fimple
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Quite possibly the most thorough and impactful movement session I have ever had. Lisa's knowledge of how the body works is extremely impressive. I had L4/L5 surgery and she was able to help me flex and get into comfortably within minutes. A true professional who knows what she is talking about.
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Dianne S
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Lisa is so knowledgeable and well trained. She uses her education, training and experience in a very compassionate way. I can’t recommend her enough.
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Fany Bortolin
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Lisa is an intuitive professional. She was able to listen to my body and provide what I needed. I came in with a stiff neck and severe low back pain. I finally found relief after working with Lisa. I highly recommend her.
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Tony Martinez
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I really enjoyed Lisa's depth and breadth of experience. She has a wide range of modality expertise. It's amazing to have her perspective in which she can draw from so many different modalities to come up with the best integrated plan to move forward and heal.
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Mia Curran
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Lisa is a remarkably talented individual, well versus on biomechanics, a vast array of massage techniques and many other related disciplines! I went to her for a massage, and it was wonderful! My rotator cuff is 80% torn, so I am normally a tad concern since I do not want to aggravate the injury. Lisa’s level of expertise put me at ease because she truly grasps the nature of the injury and was able to work with it while still giving me a wonderful massage. It was exactly the right amount of pressure. My neck and shoulders were relaxed, and my body was no longer holding onto an overall tightness. Lisa’s space is beautiful, with gorgeous mountain views and birds singing in the background. I would highly recommend booking a massage with Lisa! You owe it to yourself to experience the difference of a highly specialized, experienced, licensed biomechanics professional! Mia Curran
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Molly Barfield
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Best massage therapist I’ve ever worked with hands down!
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Julie S
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Lisa is excellent. She understands the body so well. We met via Zoom (based on a referral) since we are in different states and it still worked really well. She was able to inherently understand what may be causing problems for me and come up with ways to remedy these issues. You are in excellent hands with her.
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Rae
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Lisa comes with an extensive knowledge on the workings of the body. I saw her following a traumatic body injury and she instantly noticed any misalignments I had and supported with corrective exercises that meet my unique lifestyle. She brings in flexibility and joy to the process and an absolute pleasure to work with.
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Karrie Bach
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Lisa's ability to listen, assess, and pull from her breadth of knowledge to help clients is impressive. She is not only my go-to when I'm rehabbing injuries or feeling out of balance, but she is also someone I trust completely with my patients. Every single person I've referred her way has benefitted from her patience, kindness, skill, and ability to identify and treat the root issues. Thank you, Lisa!

Start Your Healing Journey With MLD in Boulder

You do not have to manage swelling, discomfort, and slow recovery on your own. Manual Lymphatic Drainage in Boulder, Colorado can support your healing, reduce fluid buildup, and help you feel more at ease in your body.

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