Christina Pfitzner is a Vodder-certified Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) and Combined Decongestive Therapy Practitioner based in Glen Waverley, Melbourne. She provides specialized treatment of lymphoedema and related conditions, including therapeutic and relaxation massage for people who want better health, faster healing and relief from stress. Read more ...

What is Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD)?
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a specialized technique that can benefit healthy people as well as those who want or need to detoxify their bodies. It was developed by Drs Estrid and Emil Vodder during the 1930s and is now widely used by holistic and other therapists in Europe to treat many different conditions by gently draining excess fluid from the tissues. Read more ...

What is Lymphoedema?
Lymphedema occurs when lymphatic fluid accumulates in the body's tissues, most usually in the arms or legs but sometimes in other parts of the body. The excess lymphatic fluid causes swelling, and this is what we call Lymphoedema. Usually the lymphatic system can drain off the excess fluid but when this does not happen, the affected part of the body can become swollen and painful. Read more ...

What happens in a session?
Sessions usually last about an hour and a half and are conducted in a professional and non-judgemental manner respecting client confidentiality. Read more ...