MLD Clinic

MLD Clinic The MLD Clinic specializes in lymphatic massage and decongestive therapy for the care of pain and acute and chronic swelling conditions.

We treat swelling and pain after cancer, surgery and injury. And help you live well with lipedema and lymphedema. MLD is a gentle, hands-on therapy that works with your lymphatic system to repair and heal. It effectively treats a wide range of health issues, injuries and post-surgical situations where swelling and pain are present. Treatments are covered by most insurance companies and don't require a medical referral.

We've enjoyed sharing nuggets of health insights with our 12 Days of Healthmass! From sleep to nature, and curiosity to ...
01/05/2026

We've enjoyed sharing nuggets of health insights with our 12 Days of Healthmass! From sleep to nature, and curiosity to self-care, hope some (or all) of the posts resonate for you. Embrace the year of possibilities ahead.


Admit we prefer small, everyday wins to grand New Year’s resolutions. We aspire to awareness and growth on its own sched...
01/04/2026

Admit we prefer small, everyday wins to grand New Year’s resolutions. We aspire to awareness and growth on its own schedule. To luck generated from preparation meeting opportunity. And change for the better. In that spirit, we salute the ways you reflect and take stock. Journey well through 2026. You do you!

Did you know listening to 528 Hz calms the brain, reduces stress hormones like cortisol, and improves your mood? Playlis...
01/03/2026

Did you know listening to 528 Hz calms the brain, reduces stress hormones like cortisol, and improves your mood? Playlists are online including Spotify. We also find kitchen dancing to 60s tunes does the trick! The point is your brain on music is a wonderous thing. Daniel Levitin wrote an excellent book about it https://bit.ly/3Yxbv5B

Nature nurtures. It’s as simple as that. Some ideas to reconnect with the outdoors during the winter months. When's the ...
01/02/2026

Nature nurtures. It’s as simple as that. Some ideas to reconnect with the outdoors during the winter months. When's the last time you:
• Took a hike or stroll after a new snowfall
• Foraged for décor and craft items
• Went stargazing snuggled under blankets with hot chocolate
• Made a snow angel or had a snow ball fight
• Enjoyed a winter picnic
• Bird watched
• Built a snowman
• Enjoyed a bonfire

Wintery weather gets under everyone’s skin. Combat the cold with skin care tips especially for those living with chronic...
01/01/2026

Wintery weather gets under everyone’s skin. Combat the cold with skin care tips especially for those living with chronic swelling (works for others too!)
• Moisturize deeply to avoid chapping and dryness.
• Wear sunscreen. Winter sunshine still delivers UV rays.
• Moisturize at bedtime to avoid creams and oils damaging the fabric of your compression garment.
• Don’t scratch dry itchy skin. A cold pack applied to the area for 5 minutes soothes.
• Exfoliate with care using only a soft facecloth. Bath puffs and loofahs are too abrasive.
• Use a light, water-based day cream and wait until it’s absorbed before donning compression garments.
• Thwart yeast and fungal infections by changing wet clothes after winter activities like skiing and shoveling. Bathe with gentle a soap, dry well and moisturize.



Another trip around the sun is up! Sincere thanks to our clients for continuing to entrust us with your wellbeing and ca...
12/31/2025

Another trip around the sun is up! Sincere thanks to our clients for continuing to entrust us with your wellbeing and care. 2025 was memorable, with more folks then ever connecting online and in clinic to learn about swelling care and seek MLD therapy to make a difference in their lives.

You are why we do what we do! 2026 marks the 24th year we’ve welcomed people from across Atlantic Canada and beyond whose lives are briefly or profoundly touched by pain and swelling. We'll see you again soon.
https://mldclinic.ca/benefits-of-mld-therapy

Experiencing occasional leg swelling? Elevate! Find a comfy spot to lie down and use pillows to raise your legs slightly...
12/31/2025

Experiencing occasional leg swelling? Elevate! Find a comfy spot to lie down and use pillows to raise your legs slightly higher than your heart. Relax like this for 10 minutes a couple times a day. This eases leg tension and aches, boosts circulation, and lowers swelling. https://mldclinic.ca/why-we-swell
P.S. If you wear compression garments to manage chronic swelling, it’s a nice way to finish the day!


Holiday events centre around food. Yum! It nourishes the belly and soul. After the indulgences, a couple of thoughts to ...
12/30/2025

Holiday events centre around food. Yum! It nourishes the belly and soul. After the indulgences, a couple of thoughts to get back on track…Inflammatory foods increase inflammation and swelling, and many health conditions (including lymphedema, lipedema, heart disease and diabetes) create an ongoing inflammatory response too. We dish out further morsels to chew on in this blog: https://bit.ly/49aQ6p3


What does self care mean for you? For some it’s daily quiet or a hobby, for others it’s exercise, time with friends or g...
12/29/2025

What does self care mean for you? For some it’s daily quiet or a hobby, for others it’s exercise, time with friends or getting pampered (MLD therapy is always a fab option😊). To us it’s fostering ways to support physical, mental, spiritual and emotional health. Find your bliss, as the saying goes. And for the A types who love planning, here’s a resource https://www.betterup.com/blog/self-care-plan

It wouldn’t be the holidays without binge watching Christmas flicks. Our fav combos: Elf/ Love Actually/Rudolph and Home...
12/28/2025

It wouldn’t be the holidays without binge watching Christmas flicks. Our fav combos: Elf/ Love Actually/Rudolph and Home Alone/Die Hard/Grinch. During a marathon session remember to move, stretch and change positions often. Even if it’s just enroute for another snacky snack! Better yet, plan an intermission walk. Walking remains one of the best physical activities for managing chronic swelling because it increases circulation, engages muscles in a low impact way, and lowers inflammation. Plus, you choose the course, distance and pace that suits.


Raise your hand if you aren’t drinking enough water! We're all familiar with the benefits of staying hydrated and the pi...
12/27/2025

Raise your hand if you aren’t drinking enough water! We're all familiar with the benefits of staying hydrated and the pitfalls when we don’t. When it comes to swelling management, sometimes there’s a belief less water intake means less bloating and swelling. Oh, how wrong! Your lymph fluid is mostly water with other good bits mixed in. Stay hydrated! Learn more at https://mldclinic.ca/your-lymphatic-system


“If you're curious, there is always something new to be discovered in the backdrop of your daily life,” says author Roy ...
12/26/2025

“If you're curious, there is always something new to be discovered in the backdrop of your daily life,” says author Roy Bennett. We love sharing info that sheds light on health learning and empowers the audience. Escape the holiday hub bub and tuck yourself in a quiet corner to delve into an area that interests you. Try:

LymphCast - pod with smart talk from experts covering the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of chronic swelling. https://bit.ly/3YtSFMH

Circulate, the MLD Clinic blog - exploring assessment, care and self-management when you live with lymphedema, lipedema and more. There’s something for everyone. https://bit.ly/3KwYFBi



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1853 Purcells Cove Road
Halifax, NS
B3P1C2

Opening Hours

Monday 9:15am - 5:45pm
Tuesday 9:15am - 5:45pm
Wednesday 9:15am - 5:45pm
Thursday 9:15am - 5:45pm
Friday 9:15am - 5:45pm

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We treat swelling

Your swelling has a root cause and it can be treated. Everyday we help people make a change for the better with their health. Let's get started. Lymphatic massage is a gentle therapy that relieves acute and chronic swelling. It encourages the movement of lymph to reduce swelling and speed healing. It’s a primary therapy for lymphedema and lipedema. MLD therapy also reduces or eliminates swelling from cancer treatments, after injuries, and following surgery. Learn more at www.mldclinic.ca