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Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle, rhythmic massage that helps move excess fluid through the lymphatic system, which may help the body or face feel less swollen and puffy. People book it for fluid retention, heavy legs, bloating, recovery after cosmetic surgery when their surgeon advises it, and to feel lighter and more relaxed. At 7 Dimensions Medical Center (7DMC) we offer lymphatic drainage massage at our Jumeirah (Umm Suqeim 3) and Al Barsha (Arjan) branches, in a medical centre with doctors and plastic surgery on site.
The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and nodes that collects excess fluid from the tissues and returns it to the bloodstream. It has no pump of its own and relies on movement, breathing and muscle activity. Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) uses very light, slow strokes that gently stretch the skin towards the lymph nodes in the neck, armpits and groin, to help that fluid move.
It is very different from a deep tissue or sports massage. The pressure is light, because the lymph vessels sit just under the skin.
The evidence is strongest for reducing swelling after surgery and in lymphoedema. For general wellbeing, many people describe feeling lighter and less puffy. It is not a weight-loss treatment.
| Option | What it involves | Often chosen for |
|---|---|---|
| Full body lymphatic drainage | Legs, abdomen, arms and back, about 60 minutes | Fluid retention, heavy legs, relaxation |
| Post-surgery lymphatic drainage | Gentle drainage around the treated areas, timed with your surgeon | Swelling and firmness after liposuction, tummy tuck or BBL |
| Brazilian lymphatic drainage | A firmer, faster rhythm aimed at a de-bloated, contoured feel | Bloating, before an event |
| Facial lymphatic drainage | Light strokes over the face and neck | Morning puffiness, under-eye fullness |
After liposuction, a tummy tuck or a BBL, swelling and hard areas are normal. Many plastic surgeons advise a course of lymphatic drainage in the weeks after surgery to help swelling settle. Start only when your surgeon says it is safe, usually in the first few weeks, and bring your surgeon's instructions. If you had surgery at 7DMC, our team coordinates the timing with your surgeon.
It suits most adults who have:
It is not suitable, or needs a doctor's approval first, if you have:
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Talk to our team at Jumeirah or Al Barsha. We will answer your questions and help you choose the right next step.
Many people feel lighter and less puffy after one session, but the effect on fluid retention is temporary, so a course is often advised. For general puffiness, 4 to 6 sessions once or twice a week is common, then monthly maintenance. After surgery, your surgeon may advise several sessions over the first weeks. Results vary from person to person and depend on your health, diet, activity and, after surgery, wearing your compression garment.
Lymphatic drainage massage is gentle and low risk when the right people have it. Some people feel tired, light-headed or thirsty afterwards. Pressing on an area that has an infection or a blood clot could cause harm, which is why the health check matters and why you should tell your therapist about any leg pain, swelling in one leg only, fever, recent surgery or medical conditions. After surgery, starting too early or using too much pressure can be uncomfortable, so timing follows your surgeon's advice.
The cost of lymphatic drainage massage in Dubai usually ranges from AED 250 to AED 650 for a 60-minute session, depending on the type of drainage, the session length and the clinic. These are typical market prices across Dubai clinics, not a 7DMC price list. At 7DMC, your exact price is confirmed at your consultation, before any treatment.
It uses light, rhythmic strokes to help excess fluid move through the lymphatic system, which can help reduce puffiness and swelling and leave you feeling lighter.
Only when your surgeon advises it, often within the first few weeks after liposuction or a tummy tuck. Bring your surgeon's instructions to your first session.
For general puffiness, 4 to 6 sessions once or twice a week is common. After surgery, your surgeon may advise more.
It is a style with a firmer, faster rhythm, popular for bloating and a contoured feel before events. Classic manual lymphatic drainage is lighter and slower.
No. It can help reduce fluid and puffiness, which may make you feel slimmer for a while, but it does not remove fat.
Often yes, with a therapist who adapts the massage and avoids some areas. Tell us you are pregnant, and check with your doctor first.
7DMC offers lymphatic drainage at two branches: Jumeirah, in Umm Suqeim 3 opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and Al Barsha, in Arjan, Al Barsha South.