Renata França lymphatic drainage in Jerusalem

Lymphatic drainage is a manual massage intended to support the movement of lymph, the fluid carried by the lymphatic network. The Renata França method uses a sustained rhythm and a specific sequence of movements. The treatment offered at my practice focuses on comfort and well-being.

Feeling puffy is not enough to diagnose water retention or a lymphatic condition. New, unexplained or painful swelling needs medical assessment before massage. Diagnosed lymphedema or recovery from surgery requires care agreed with your medical team; this appointment does not replace prescribed medical lymphatic drainage.

We start with your expectations: what you feel, how long it has been present and what you want from the treatment. I also ask about your health, medication and, where relevant, pregnancy, childbirth or recent surgery. This discussion may mean adapting the appointment, postponing it or asking for medical advice.

You then settle into position for the body treatment. I explain the areas and techniques involved and adjust the pressure to your feedback. You can tell me about discomfort or ask for a break at any point. At the end, we review how you felt and whether another appointment would be appropriate.

The aim is to offer time for care and work towards greater comfort. A feeling of lightness and any change in swelling vary with the individual and their circumstances. A change after one session cannot guarantee a lasting result or establish the cause of a symptom.

Drainage is not a fat-loss method and does not guarantee weight loss or the disappearance of cellulite. I do not promise a certain number of inches or centimeters lost. Any frequency is discussed according to your wishes and health, without presenting a package of sessions as essential.

If you are pregnant, mention your stage of pregnancy and any maternity advice before booking. A discussion beforehand helps check whether the treatment is appropriate; an obstetric opinion may be needed. Positioning and techniques are adjusted, and the abdomen is not massaged during pregnancy.

After birth, we consider when you gave birth, your recovery, any C-section and your postnatal team’s advice. There is no universal time to restart. If your main concern is back or pelvic pain or carrying your baby, a postpartum osteopathy appointment has a different purpose. You can also read my guide to care during pregnancy.

Drainage is not performed where phlebitis or a blood clot is suspected, or during an acute infection. A heart or kidney condition requires medical advice before considering treatment. Please also mention recent surgery and current medication, particularly medication that affects blood clotting.

This is not an exhaustive list. If you are unsure, contact your healthcare professional before booking. Our discussion is intended to check whether the treatment is appropriate, not replace a medical consultation or change your medication.

Body drainage is for a request centered on comfort and a feeling of lightness. Renata França body remodeling is a separate sculpting massage. Miracle Face focuses on the face and neck. These are different treatments rather than different names for the same session.

If you are unsure, tell me what you are looking for before choosing an appointment. My article comparing Renata França treatments explains the differences. We can then confirm the treatment, duration and fee before booking.

Appointments are mainly at my practice in Katamon, Jerusalem, in English or French. Free parking, reduced mobility access, an elevator and a breastfeeding space are available. The precise address is shared only by private message for your appointment.

You can contact me to prepare your session, mention the treatment you would like and check the practical details. Availability and conditions for a visit to your home can be discussed then. Read about my background on the Léa Laskar, osteopath and Renata França practitioner page.