Lymphatic Drainage Therapy. Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) is an innovative method of manual lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno Chikly, MD, DO. Created out of his award-winning research on the lymphatic system, LDT is consistent with recent scientific discoveries. Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), first introduced in 1936 by Drs. Emil and Estrid Vodder of Denmark, is a procedure which stimulates the lymphatic circulation with slow circular and careful pumping massage movements of the hand and the thumb. Self Manual Lymphatic Drainage The following are basic techniques for self-MLD but before starting any self-treatment, check with your doctor or therapist for any possible contraindications. Ideally, the self-MLD protocol should be performed at least once a day and be accompanied by full body sessions performed by a therapist. Manual Lymphatic Drainage is good for a range of conditions and helps the body to detox itself faster. The lymphatic system is your body's detox system. Manual Lymphatic Drainage is good for a range of conditions and helps the body to detox itself faster. The lymphatic system is your body's Training courses in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) - Dr. Vodder method. Licensed by Dr Vodder Academy International I offer the following certificated, internationally recognised MLD training courses during 2019: Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) MLD is a highly specialised form of massage developed by Dr Emil Vodder, which uses light, rhythmical, very precise hand movements, pressures and sequences and requires the therapist to develop a great degree of skill, having an intimate knowledge of the workings of the anatomy of the lymphatic system. Page 2-Discussion RocHobby/FMS Voodoo/Strega, Critical Mass and FG2 Super Corsiar modification Thread Electric Warbirds Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a gentle massage that encourages the natural drainage of the lymphatic system. The lymph system carries waste products away from the body back to the heart.