Lymphatic Massage
Gentle bodywork that supports the lymphatic system and softens held tension.
Gentle manual drainage along the lymphatic pathways paired with acupressure. Forty-five unhurried minutes, on the table — useful after injury or surgery, for chronic fatigue, and for tension the body refuses to release on its own.
Lymphatic massage works by gently stimulating the body's lymphatic system — the network responsible for draining fluid, clearing waste, and supporting immune function. When lymph flow slows down, the signs are familiar: puffiness, heaviness in the limbs, skin that looks dull or congested, a persistent sense of sluggishness that rest alone does not fix. At Little Clinic we combine manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) with targeted acupressure at points that support fluid regulation and internal organ function. The touch is light and rhythmic — nothing like deep tissue work — and the effect is profound: fluid moves, tension releases, and most patients leave feeling lighter and clearer than they have in months. Common reasons people come in: post-surgical swelling (particularly after joint surgery, liposuction, or cosmetic procedures), post-injury oedema, chronic puffiness in the face or legs, sinus congestion, skin conditions linked to poor drainage, immune support during or after illness, and general fatigue or heaviness that has no clear cause. The session is deeply relaxing; many patients sleep better for days afterwards.
What brings people here
Pain & movement
Acute issues often resolve in two to four sessions; chronic or post-injury cases across eight to twelve.
Plantar fasciitis
Sharp heel pain first thing in the morning or after long rest. We release the local fascia with needling and warm the tight calf chain — most patients are walking pain-free within 3–5 sessions.
Frozen shoulder
Adhesive capsulitis — a stiff, restricted shoulder that worsens at night. Acupuncture combined with careful range-of-motion work over 6–10 sessions typically restores most movement.
Back and neck pain
Whether from posture, injury, or stress-held tension, we treat both the local muscle and the underlying meridian. Herbal formulas support recovery when pain is chronic.
Sciatica
Nerve referral pain down the leg, often from lumbar or piriformis compression. We work the path of the channel from hip to foot — sharp shooting pain usually eases within the first few visits.
Post-stroke recovery
Regular acupuncture — often twice weekly — combined with herbal formulas supports motor recovery, speech, and swallowing. Best begun as early as the medical team permits.
Internal & systemic
Constitutional work — usually paired with a course of herbs and lifestyle guidance across 2–4 weeks.
Hypertension & diabetes support
We work alongside your GP and medications, not in place of them. Korean herbal formulas help stabilise readings, ease side-effects, and address the underlying pattern — we never advise stopping prescribed medicines.
Menopause
Hot flushes, night sweats, mood shifts, and sleep disruption all respond well to constitutional formulas and acupuncture. Most patients feel a shift within 2–3 weeks of starting herbs.
Digestive disorders
Reflux, bloating, IBS-type presentations, and chronic indigestion. Traditional Korean medicine treats digestion as the root of energy — correcting it often resolves fatigue and sleep issues in parallel.
Chronic fatigue
Post-viral, burnout-related, or unexplained exhaustion. We look at digestion, sleep, and emotional load together and build up strength gently — too fast a tonic can worsen things.
Sleep disturbance
Difficulty falling asleep, early waking, or waking through the night all point to different patterns. Treatment is pattern-specific and often shows first results within a week.
Book a visit
Choose a date and time that suits you. We will confirm by phone or email within one business day.