This is a new therapy for horses, developed  through ongoing scientific research and veterinary practice in German speaking countries, and based on decades of practice with human patients for a wide range of medical problems, and specifically for treating the condition lymphoedema.   Although this condition is rarely described in horses, it is not uncommon.  Lymphoedema may occur anywhere in the body but most frequently affects the horse’s legs.

EMLD works by utilising intrinsic features of the lymphatic system, is non invasive, gentle, authentically holistic, and very effective.   The techniques used are specialized, demand a detailed knowledge of the lymphatic system, and have to be performed with skill, and MLD practitioners are required to have their techniques regularly reviewed to retain accreditation.  Research into the horse’s lymphatic system is ongoing but already producing significant  discoveries about its complex functions, and through EMLD offers exciting treatment possibilities.

Because of the nature of many of the conditions for which EMLD is recommended, conventional medical treatment and close working with a veterinary surgeon may sometimes be required.  In this way, EMLD is also a true ‘complementary’ therapy.

If you would like to read more now about Equine Manual Lymph Drainage or the conditions that it can help, please click on the listed headings.  However, if you are unfamiliar with the horse’s lymphatic system and how it is involved in these conditions, you may find it helpful to read the introduction to the horse's lymphatic system first.