JC Holistics

26/01/2026

25/01/2026

After posting on Facebook tonight I’ve had a few enquiries about Manual Lymphatic Drainage and I just want to help people understand the differences.

I do both Traditional MLD and Brazilian MLD but if you are looking for purely aesthetic results than it’s Brazilian / Maderotherapy you are looking for.

If you want help following surgery, cancer or have lipoedema or Lymohoedema than it’s traditional MLD and that is my specialism.

Post-Surgical MLD vs Brazilian MLD – What’s the Difference?

Not all lymphatic drainage is the same! Here’s how they compare:

Post-Surgical MLD
🤍Gentle, precise, and medically informed
🤍Designed for clients recovering from cosmetic or reconstructive surgery
🤍Helps reduce swelling, bruising, and fluid build-up, and prevent formation of fibrosis
🤍Always adapted to your stage of healing & surgeon’s aftercare plan
🤍Performed by trained therapists with knowledge of surgical recovery

Brazilian MLD
🎈A more stimulating, faster-paced style
🎈Popular in the wellness & aesthetics world
🎈Can create an immediate “de-puffing” or slimming effect
🎈Focused on body contouring and fluid movement for detox & aesthetics
🎈Not suitable in early stages of post-op recovery
🎈Needs to be supported by lifestyle changes

The key?
If you’ve had surgery – choose Post-Surgical MLD for safe healing.
If you’re looking for aesthetic contouring – Brazilian MLD could be your choice.

❤️Always check your therapist’s training before booking.

Janine is an Advanced Clinical Massage Therapist who specialises in Manual Lymphatic Drainage for cosmetic and oncology post surgical recovery and also for the treatment of Lymphoedema and Lipoedema.

21/01/2026

After a long day, my lipoedema is burning and feeling bruised on the backs of my upper arms. I can’t wear compression when working but it does make a little difference to the pain when I’m sat relaxing( watching The Traitors)

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is also one of the recommended treatments to support women with Lipoedema.

At JC Holistics, we specialise in MLD and Janine has lived experience of Lipoedema so if you want to know more, whether you are a Lippy Warrior or a therapist interested in training, drop me a message.

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19/01/2026

If you suspect you have Lipoedema, you can download a letter to take with you to the GP to help you discuss it.

If you suspect you have lipoedema, making an appointment with your doctor can feel like a big step. We have resources on our website to help.

Head to: www.talklipoedema.org/diagnosis to find a letter you can download to take to your doctor. You can also find a self-assessment sheet, which helps pinpoint the symptoms of lipoedema that you experience. Not everyone suffers from every symptom.

14/01/2026

One of the biggest questions I get asked is “which massage should I book?” What I want you to know is that with Janine, it’s not a one size fits all approach.

This lovely regular client came in today for “Fusion Clinical Massage” when we talked about what was bothering her today it was her feet! So a totally different approach to normal. We started at the feet with some detailed Fusion foot work and incorporated a little bit of targeted reflexology with this. Then we started to look up the fascial train. Using hot stones to relax the fascia and start to work into the muscle we uncovered some trigger points. With the clients agreement we used some cups to release the myofascia and enable to to work the trigger points with reduced pain. In the treatment we also worked the back, and hands, always listening to what the body is telling us as when working the back, the client could feel a pull in the hamstrings so using the same method of heat, fascia release, cupping and trigger points work we released the hamstring.

I often finish by working on the scalp but today my curly girl had just washed her hair, so we avoided that and finished with some deep breathing.

So, there we have it, a totally bespoke treatment for this lady, and an insight into what we do in a treatment.

Obviously, we can just do the lovely relaxing, gentle flowing work too, but sometimes the body needs something a bit different.

During one of these clinical treatments, we always focus on relaxation, I don’t believe in the no pain, no gain per se, there are times when things are a little more uncomfortable, but we work within what you can cope with and communicate throughout.

If you want this, you need to book online with Janine, appointments available in Darwen next week and Fulwood from 12th Feb.

12/01/2026

Our new level 3 diploma in MLD for post operative, lymphodema and Lipoedema care launches in February and we are now looking for models for our trainees to practice on during training.

The training will take place at JC Holistics in Darwen, Lancashire we 9th February and models who have had cosmetic surgery such as vaser liposuction, abdominoplasty etc in the last 3 months will be needed.

If you would like to be a model and receive fully supervised Lymphatic drainage massage completely free of charge please get in touch with Janine via DM or info@lymphaeumeducation.com liposuction abdominoplasty mummymakeover tummytuck postoprecovery

12/01/2026

Our new level 3 diploma in MLD for post operative, lymphodema and Lipoedema care launches in February and we are now looking for models for our trainees to practice on during training.

The training will take place at JC Holistics in Darwen, Lancashire we 9th February and models who have had cosmetic surgery such as vaser liposuction, abdominoplasty etc in the last 3 months will be needed.

If you would like to be a model and receive fully supervised Lymphatic drainage massage completely free of charge please get in touch with Janine via DM or info@lymphaeumeducation.com

10/01/2026

Exciting morning at Ewood Park (for a change) at the Tropic Takeover, having a play with new products launching in January and February.

10/01/2026

❄️January Availability❄️

Want a New Year reset and beat some of these January blues?

Janine has some availability left for January in both Darwen and Fulwood.

If you want a detox after the indulgences of December, opt for Lymphatic drainage, have aches and pains… choose clinical fusion massage, reflexology will help you truly relax and can improve your sleep, or maybe your skin has taken a hit in this cold weather? Why not try one of Janine’s lymphatic focused Tropic facials. These use freshly made, clinically proven products, powered by natural and organic ingredients.

Darwen
Mon 12th - 1.30pm & 3pm
Wed 14th - 10am & 1.30pm
Mon 19th - 10am, 11.30, 1.30pm& 4.30pm
Wed 21st - 10am, 11.30, 1.30pm & 3pm

Fulwood
Thurs 22nd - 2pm & 3.30pm

You can book directly online or contact Janine.

06/01/2026

Chloe’s Holistic Therapy’s availability, these are starting to go though so take advantage of her offer as soon as you can. Book directly on our website jcholistics.co.uk

January 2026 Availability ❄️

Times shown below are for 1 hour treatments —slots may vary depending on treatment length.

To book, click the link 🔗 www.jcholistics.co.uk

06/01/2026

Emma has a busy few months planned with some gorgeous soundbaths at JC Holistics. Get in touch with her directly to book. 🪽

03/01/2026

Our tree is down and in its place is something extra special. Two Darwen Borough Council chairs.

These were saved from a skip in 1973-4 by my dad, Mark Graham, who had built Central Lancashire Rifle Club on Everton Street, next door to the Barracks.

Blackburn and Darwen merged in 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972, forming the Borough of Blackburn within Lancashire and these chairs were thrown out as part of that. They must have been moved to the Barracks and when they were demolished they were thrown into a skip. They were in a bad state of repair but dad took them into the rifle club where they remained until its closure. He then had them restored by Graham Almond and brought home.

They are much loved, and now back in a historic building in the heart of Darwen.

I know that Darwen Heritage Centre has one on display, but it makes me wonder if any others were saved?