Lymphatic Drainage
Lymphatic drainage in the form of pressotherapy: device-assisted, at the main location, Legmeerplein 7, Amsterdam. Separately bookable; not included in manual massage as standard.
Lymphatic drainage
Swelling needs assessment first
Fluid build-up can have different causes. The lymphatic system helps return tissue fluid to the circulation, but swelling is not automatically a problem that massage can solve. Have unexplained, persistent, sudden or one-sided swelling assessed by a doctor first.
How it works
How does device-assisted lymphatic drainage work?
Bodyfix uses pressotherapy: cuffs that gradually apply and release pressure. Together they form a suit that encloses the legs and the abdomen and reaches up to just below the chest. Discuss suitability beforehand, particularly if you have a medical condition, are pregnant or have had recent surgery.
Manual connective tissue massage and device-assisted lymphatic drainage are separately bookable. No evidence has been provided that the Bodyfix combination works better than either component alone. The appointment that holds both is called the Ultimate Bodyfix Massage. Read about manual and device-assisted lymphatic drainage.
Build pressure
The cuffs alternate pressure and release. Report discomfort immediately so the treatment can be adjusted or stopped.
Discuss comfort
Feeling lighter or relaxed is a personal experience. We do not promise toxin removal or treatment of a medical condition.
Book separately
A separate session costs €45 for 30 minutes. Lymphatic drainage is not included in the price of a manual massage as standard.
The Bodyfix Method
First, discuss your situation
During the bodyreading, we discuss your wishes and our treatment options. A bodyreading does not establish a medical cause and is not a medical diagnosis.
If you have a medical condition or have had surgery, ask your treating clinician whether pressotherapy is suitable. Our consultation does not replace that assessment. Read about lipoedema and the limits of massage and recovery after liposuction.
Discuss your practitioner’s background and the limits of this service beforehand. This service does not provide specialist medical oedema care.
Results
What can you expect?
We cannot guarantee reduced swelling or a lasting result after a fixed number of sessions. Medical swelling concerns belong with a clinician.
Beforehand
Discuss your situation and any medical advice before booking a session.
During the session
Pressure is adjusted to your comfort. Report pain or other symptoms immediately.
Follow-up
A follow-up is a choice for comfort, not a replacement for your clinician’s care plan.
Contact your clinician about new or worsening symptoms. Do not postpone medical assessment for a massage.
Pricing
Cost of a lymphatic drainage treatment
| Duration | Single session | 5-Session card | Per session (card) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 minutes | €45 | €200 | €40/session |
The type of treatment does not affect the price. Session card valid for 10 weeks from first use. View all packages →
Frequently asked questions
Everything about lymphatic drainage at Bodyfix
What is lymphatic drainage and how does it work? +
At Bodyfix, device-assisted lymphatic drainage means pressotherapy using cuffs that alternately apply and release pressure. We do not present it as detox or a cure for oedema.
What is the difference between manual and device-assisted lymphatic drainage? +
Manual lymphatic drainage uses hand movements; pressotherapy uses a device. Medical manual lymphatic drainage can be part of specialist lymphoedema care. The device treatment at Bodyfix should not automatically be equated with that care.
Which complaints does lymphatic drainage help with? +
Discuss medical symptoms with your doctor or specialist first. Heaviness, swelling, pregnancy or recent surgery does not by itself establish that our device treatment is suitable.
Can I combine lymphatic drainage with connective tissue massage? +
You can book the two components separately and discuss whether combining them is suitable. There is no guarantee of a better result from the combination. Separate lymphatic drainage costs €45 for 30 minutes and is not included in the massage price as standard. The appointment that holds both parts is called the Ultimate Bodyfix Massage: 1 to 3 zones of connective tissue massage plus 30 minutes of drainage, €115, €185 or €255.
How many lymphatic drainage sessions do I need? +
There is no established fixed number of Bodyfix sessions for fluid retention or oedema. Discuss medical symptoms with your clinician. Decide on any follow-up sessions based on suitability and your own experience.
Is lymphatic drainage painful? +
The pressure should feel comfortable. Report pain or discomfort immediately so the settings can be adjusted or the treatment stopped.
How does lymphatic drainage at Bodyfix differ from other providers? +
Bodyfix offers device-assisted lymphatic drainage as a separately bookable service. The suit encloses the legs and the abdomen and reaches up to just below the chest, so the treatment area is not limited to the legs. You discuss your wishes and suitability beforehand; the Bodyreading is not a medical diagnosis.