Clinical Lymphatic Therapy;

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) & Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (DLT)

Specialist support for swelling, recovery, and long-term lymphatic health

What makes Nicola Louise Osteopathy different

I provide both osteopathic treatment and clinically informed lymphatic therapy, supporting those with musculoskeletal concerns, post-operative recovery, and lymphatic conditions.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) may be used for both clinical treatment and general support, including relaxation and maintenance. Regardless of the reason for your visit, care is guided by clinical assessment and tailored to the individual.

As a registered osteopath and DLT-trained practitioner, I take a whole-body approach, recognising that effective lymphatic function depends not only on fluid movement, but also on breathing, joint mobility, and posture.

What I provide

  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

    For general lymphatic support, maintenance, and less complex swelling.

    This may be suitable for those looking to support overall lymphatic function, manage mild fluid retention, maintain results following previous treatment, or those with controlled lymphoedema and lipoedema (e.g already in compression).

    Pricing

    Initial & follow up appointments | 60 minutes | £75

  • Post-operative support

    Specialist treatment to support recovery following cosmetic or medical surgery.

    Treatment is tailored to the stage of healing and may form part of a short-term treatment plan to reduce swelling, support tissue healing, and improve comfort.

    Pricing

    Initial Consultation & Treatment | 75 minutes | £85
    Includes full medical history, assessment, and treatment where appropriate.

    Follow up appointments | 60 minutes |£80
    For ongoing support, post-operative care, and lymphatic management.

    Treatment Plans

    3 sessions | £255

    6 sessions | £480

    10 sessions | £750

  • Lymphoedema & lipoedema support - Initial support

    Clinically focused lymphatic treatment for the management of lymphoedema, lipoedema, and more complex or persistent swelling.

    This typically involves elements of Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (DLT), including assessment, measuring, compression garments, monitoring, management advice and additional interventions where appropriate.

    Pricing

    Initial Consultation & Treatment | 75 minutes | £85
    Includes full medical history, assessment, and treatment where appropriate.

    Follow up appointments | 60 minutes | £80
    For ongoing support, post-operative care, and lymphatic management.

    Compression Measurement & Prescription Support | 30-45 minutes | £50

    For patients requiring professional measurement for medical-grade compression garments. This clinical appointment includes precise anatomical measuring, selection of the appropriate compression class, and the administrative submission of your requirements to Patient Choice or your GP.

    Note: This is a measurement and administrative service only and does not include MLD treatment. It is designed to ensure your garments are medically safe, effective, and correctly fitted to your unique limb volume

    GP / Medical Letters | £25

  • The Intensive Reduction Phase (DLT)

    A structured treatment programme for more significant swelling or where volume reduction is required.

    This may include multi-layer compression bandaging, measurement, and ongoing management over consecutive sessions.

    Pricing

    Clinic based 3-day intensive course | 3.5-4 hours per day | £450

    Home based 3 day intensive course | 3.5-4 hours per day | £600

    Includes daily treatment, compression bandaging, exercise prescription, wrap application and aftercare advice
    Materials not included; guidance on prescription options will be provided.

    Home based programme suitable for those with reduced mobility or where home-based care is preferred.