Advanced Healing. Restored Mobility. Compassionate Care
Specialised post-operative recovery and oncology rehabilitation utilising clinically proven, non-invasive therapies to accelerate tissue healing, reduce pain, and manage lymphoedema.
Post-Operative Recovery
Accelerating healing after major surgeries (orthopaedic, plastic/reconstructive, or general surgery). We focus on reducing acute swelling, minimising scar tissue formation, restoring range of motion, and managing post-surgical pain safely without reliance on heavy medication.
Cancer Aftercare & Oncology Rehab
Supporting individuals through cancer recovery and survivorship. Designed to address the side effects of oncology treatments—such as radiation-induced fibrosis, post-mastectomy pain syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and secondary lymphoedema—restoring comfort and quality of life.
Advanced Technology & Therapies
Deep Oscillation Therapy (HIVAMAT®)
A unique, patented treatment that utilises an electrostatic field to create gentle, deeply penetrating biological oscillations in the targeted tissues.
Unlike manual massage, it can be applied safely in the ultra-acute phase of recovery (even directly over fresh wounds or incisions). It significantly reduces pain, moves chronic oedema and lymphoedema out of the tissue, and promotes rapid cellular healing.
Photobiomodulation Therapy (MLS® Mphi-5 Laser)
Advanced Multiwave Locked System (MLS) laser therapy that delivers synchronised, therapeutic wavelengths of light deep into damaged tissues.
This non-invasive system treats inflammation and pain simultaneously. The Mphi-5 specifically targets localised inflammation, speeds up superficial wound closure, stimulates cellular repair, and helps alleviate the painful symptoms of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy.
Surgeon-Aligned Custom Medical Compression Measuring
Professional, anatomically precise measurement sessions for custom-made medical compression garments (including sleeves, stockings, wraps, and vests).
Every fitting is executed according to the specific requirements of your surgeon ensuring the garment supports the exact anatomical changes and pressure gradients necessary for your recovery.
Our certified fittings ensure your custom garment delivers the precise, medically required containment to maintain the swelling reductions achieved during your therapy sessions, preventing fluid accumulation without compromising your surgical incisions.
Clinical Consultation: We review your medical history, current healing status, and surgical/oncology reports to understand your specific needs.
Customised Care Plan: A tailored treatment protocol is designed, combining HIVAMAT and MLS Laser therapies at the optimal frequency for your body.
Monitored Recovery: Progress is continually assessed to modify treatment as your tissue heals, ensuring maximum comfort and mobility.
Collaborative, Continuity of Care We act as an extension of your surgical or oncology team. Our non-invasive protocols are designed to complement post-op guidelines and oncological plans, focusing strictly on evidence-based physical rehabilitation, lymphoedema management, and pain reduction.
For more information and to book an appointment: Online Booking
Phone: 0494 045 389
Suite 302, Level 3, 393 Bourke St Surry Hills NSW 2010
Email: axel@lymphatic-drainage.com
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