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Also known as manual lymphatic drainage, this highly specialized and gentle massage technique uses light pressure and rhythmic movements to increase lymph flow and encourage natural drainage from body tissues. It may be used for lymphedema, swollen limbs, diabetes-related swelling, sports injuries, and post-surgical swelling, including after mastectomy or procedures involving lymph nodes. Treatment may also include prescribed exercises, breathing techniques, compression garments, and self-bandaging techniques.