Lymphatic Drainage in Chiswick

The three routes

Same system, three ways in

Each one moves lymph. What changes is how it does it, how it feels, and what else it does for you along the way.

One

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Hands-on, therapist led

Best for post-surgical and post-injury swelling, fluid retention, bloating, and anyone who wants the gentlest option.

Feather-light pressureLighter than a standard massage. The strokes follow the direction your lymph already drains, so nothing is forced.
Less swelling and puffinessWorks on the limbs, abdomen and face, wherever fluid has settled and stayed.
Post-surgical recoveryWidely used to support healing after an operation, once your surgeon has cleared you to start.
Genuinely relaxingMost people describe it as the calmest treatment they have had. Plenty fall asleep.
Adapted to your bodyThe therapist changes the session based on what they find on the day, rather than following a script.

30, 60 or 90 minutes

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Two

Compression Therapy

Hands free, wave compression

Best for tired heavy legs, long days on your feet or at a desk, athletes, frequent flyers, and maintenance between hands-on sessions.

Wave compressionAir sleeves inflate in sequence from the feet upward, moving fluid in the same direction your body would.
Relief for heavy legsLifts the aching that builds through a long day on your feet, at a desk, or in the air.
Faster training recoveryUsed by athletes and runners to ease soreness in the day or two after a hard session.
Nothing to undress forShoes off, lie back, no hands-on contact at any point.
Easy to keep upThe simplest of the three to repeat regularly, and it sits well alongside the other two.

30 or 45 minutes

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Three

LPG Endermologie

Mechanised, M6 Cellu Infinity

Best for cellulite, stubborn areas that will not shift, loose skin, and anyone who wants drainage and visible body change in the same session.

Lift and roll actionA motorised head works the tissue, stimulating drainage and the deeper layers of skin in the same pass.
Smoother, firmer skinSoftens the dimpled look of cellulite and helps tighten areas that have lost their tone.
Progress you can measureThe only one of the three where we take measurements, so results are a number rather than a feeling.
No downtimeNon-invasive throughout, so you go straight back to your day afterwards.
M6 Cellu InfinityThe machine only a small number of UK clinics have.

60 minute discovery session

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Side by side

The short version

	Manual Drainage	Compression	LPG Endermologie
How it works	Therapist's hands, very light rhythmic strokes	Air sleeves inflating in sequence	Motorised roller and suction head
How it feels	Gentle, slow, deeply relaxing	A firm rhythmic squeeze, hands free	Active rolling, firm but comfortable
Main strength	Precision and adaptability, especially post-surgery	Fast relief for heavy legs, easy to repeat	Drainage plus visible change to shape and skin
You undress	To underwear, covered throughout	Shoes off only	Into a bodysuit we provide
Typical rhythm	A short course, then monthly	Weekly, or as often as suits you	A course of sessions, then top-ups

Many people combine them. Compression before hands-on work, or LPG alongside manual drainage through a course. Your therapist will tell you honestly if one is enough.

Who you will see

The people doing the work

Clinically qualified, and used to seeing swelling in context rather than in isolation.

Dr Athira Anilkumar

Ayurveda, Lymphatic Drainage and Endermologie

BAMS from Rajiv Gandhi University and an MPH from Wolverhampton. Delivers manual lymphatic drainage and LPG Endermologie alongside Ayurvedic therapy, working on circulation, recovery and women's health.

Khushbu Tiwari

Physiotherapy, Manual Therapy and LPG Endermologie

HCPC registered and a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, with an MPH from Glasgow Caledonian. Works across musculoskeletal, neurological and post-operative rehabilitation.

Dr Jency Babu

Clinic Lead for Lifestyle. Ayurveda and Yoga

BAMS and an MD in Swasthavritta, preventive and social medicine. Leads Omnia's lifestyle programmes, covering women's health, musculoskeletal pain and long-term prevention.

Patrick Chedmail

Manual Therapy Lead

BTEC Professional Diploma in Holistic Massage. Ten years treating athletes and clinic patients at Nuffield Health, with deep tissue, myofascial and Endermologie experience.

Consultation between a clinician and a client at Omnia Lifestyle

Your first visit

What actually happens

We talk it through

A short consultation covering your history, any surgery or medication, and what you want to change. This is where we confirm the treatment you booked is the right one.

You have the treatment

You lie down, warm and covered, and we work. Most people find it relaxing enough that they drift off, which is entirely fine.

You leave with a plan

Water, a few simple things to do at home, and an honest recommendation on how many sessions you need. No pressure to commit to a package on the day.

Before you book

The questions we get asked most

Which one should I book if I cannot decide?

Book manual lymphatic drainage. It is the most adaptable of the three and the therapist can redirect you at the consultation if something else suits you better. Or send us a WhatsApp message and we will tell you before you spend anything.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on what you are treating. Fluid retention from a long week often eases after one or two sessions. Post-surgical swelling and cellulite both respond to a course rather than a single visit. Your therapist will give you a realistic number after seeing you, not before.

Does it hurt?

No. Manual drainage uses less pressure than a standard massage, compression feels like a firm squeeze that releases, and LPG is a rolling sensation we adjust to your comfort. Tell your therapist at any point and they will change the intensity.

Is there anyone who should not have it?

There are conditions where lymphatic drainage is not appropriate, including certain heart, kidney, circulatory and infection-related conditions, and active cancer treatment needs medical clearance first. Tell us your full history when you book and we will check before you come in.

I have had surgery. When can I start?

That is your surgeon's decision rather than ours. Once you have their clearance, bring it with you and we will work within their guidance.

Can I have more than one type?

Yes, and many clients do. Compression works well as a regular top-up between hands-on sessions, and LPG is often combined with manual drainage through a course. We will build the combination around you.

Three ways to get your lymph moving again

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