Manual lymphatic drainage in Calgary
Manual lymphatic drainage is our primary service at Loam & Moss in Calgary. We provide light-pressure, hands-on treatment for lymphatic concerns, with each session planned around your symptoms, the affected area, and any care already in place. Your therapist combines assessment with treatment and practical guidance for between visits.
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Who is manual lymphatic drainage for?
People come to us with swelling and lymphatic concerns from many causes: lymphedema and lipedema, recovery after surgery or cancer treatment, and chronic or post-viral conditions, such as long COVID, where fluid retention, inflammation or heaviness are part of daily life. Treatment aims to ease those symptoms; it does not treat the underlying condition. Your health history and current care guide the timing and treatment plan.
New or unexplained swelling needs medical assessment before routine treatment. If you have active cancer, you may require your oncologist’s approval. If you are unsure whether this care fits, email us before you book and describe what you are managing.
What can your appointment include?
Raegan Brumer is a Registered Massage Therapist, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Certified Lymphedema Therapist with training in the Vodder method and the Chikly method.
Your appointment combines manual lymphatic drainage with assessment and guidance for care between visits:
- Assessment of the affected area, skin, and movement
- Swelling measurements where relevant
- Manual lymphatic drainage tailored to your needs
- Guidance on self-care or further lymphatic treatment
For the evidence and a fuller explanation of the technique, see Lymphatic treatments.
How do you arrange care?
- Book online. Choose an appointment time through Jane App from our contact page.
- Complete your forms. Jane App sends health-history and consent forms before your visit. Mention the affected area, recent surgery, and any restrictions from your healthcare team.
- Discuss your treatment. At your visit, your therapist assesses your needs and explains the proposed care before beginning your treatment.
Appointments are at our clinic on Kensington Road NW in Calgary; see location and access for the address and access details. Not sure this care is right for you? Email [email protected] before you book.
How much does treatment cost?
| Appointment length | Fee |
|---|---|
| 60 minutes | $125 |
| 90 minutes | $170 |
Fees are before applicable tax. Your first visit is 75 minutes for $125, the price of a 1-hour treatment, and includes a 15-minute assessment at no charge.
Manual lymphatic drainage, in photographs
Photographs taken by Raegan during care and shared with each client's written permission. Every person and every condition is different, so these show what care looked like for these clients, not a result to expect.
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Abdomen post liposuction before and immediately after a manual lymphatic drainage session -
Abdominal swelling and skin texture before and after a course of manual lymphatic drainage -
Tummy tuck and 360 liposuction with swelling before and after manual lymphatic drainage -
Upper-arm lift incision before and after a course of manual lymphatic drainage in recovery
Frequently asked questions
Is manual lymphatic drainage the same as lymphatic massage?
Many people search for “lymphatic massage” in Calgary, and they usually mean this treatment. Manual lymphatic drainage is a light-pressure, hands-on technique that moves fluid along the lymphatic pathways. We do not offer general relaxation or spa massage. If you’re not sure which you need, read lymphatic drainage vs. massage therapy: what’s the difference? or email Raegan before booking.
Does manual lymphatic drainage use deep pressure?
No. Manual lymphatic drainage uses slow, gentle, directed movements on the skin. It is different from deep-tissue massage.1 Tell your therapist if anything feels uncomfortable so treatment can be adjusted.
Can I book a relaxation massage?
We do not offer general relaxation or spa massage. Appointments focus on a lymphatic or swelling-related concern, whatever its cause. If you are unsure whether our services are appropriate, email [email protected] before you book.
Do I need to lie flat during treatment?
Treatment usually takes place lying on the treatment table with appropriate bolstering for comfort. Side-lying or seated positioning may be possible. Mention pain, breathing difficulties, or mobility restrictions in your request so we can discuss positioning before your visit.
Can manual lymphatic drainage replace compression?
Manual lymphatic drainage does not automatically replace prescribed compression. Lymphedema management often combines drainage with compression, skin care, and movement.1 We also offer lymphedema care when you need a broader management plan.
Can I claim treatment through massage therapy insurance?
Your plan may cover eligible massage therapy treatment provided by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). Confirm that your insurer accepts the provider and specific service before booking.2 We do not currently offer direct billing.
Sources
- Canadian Lymphedema Framework. Getting treated. Accessed 2026-09-19. canadalymph.ca
- Canada Life. Massage therapy insurance. Accessed 2026-09-19. Supports plan-dependent benefits, not confirmation of coverage for this provider or service. canadalife.com