Heavy Legs & Swelling Relief Session — Recovery Massage Alstonville

Heavy, Tender, Swollen Legs? Start Here.

If your legs are still heavy, swollen, and sore by evening, no matter what you've tried, then a proper assessment of your legs can help you understand what's causing it and what to do next.

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Only 5 appointments available this week

Your legs feel fine in the morning. By afternoon, they're heavy, tight, and puffy.

The swelling builds slowly through the day, every day, and no one can tell you why.

Walking, shopping, or stairs feels like it takes more effort than it should.

You're noticing weight gain and more cellulite.

You've been told it's "just hormonal" or "just water retention" — even though you're already walking, eating well, and doing everything right.

You bruise easily, sometimes without a clear reason, and the tenderness makes it uncomfortable to be touched.

You've stopped mentioning it because every time you do, someone suggests something you've already tried.

You're not imagining it. And you're not overreacting.

What if the issue isn't effort — it's that no one has actually assessed what's going on?

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End-of-day swelling is not something you should just live with.

It might ease temporarily but temporary relief isn't the same as solving the problem. The swelling eases overnight, and then the whole cycle starts again tomorrow.

Without understanding:

Where fluid is pooling and why it's not shifting

What's driving the tenderness, tightness, and congestion

Which patterns are triggering your worst days

…most self-treatments are guesswork at best.

A thorough assessment helps us pinpoint what your body needs, so treatment is aimed at reducing swelling, easing that heavy feeling, and helping you move more comfortably.

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The Heavy Legs & Swelling Relief Session

The session is a structured, symptom-led appointment where we listen first, assess what's actually happening, and tailor your treatment accordingly. You'll leave with clearer direction and a personalised plan.

1

Symptom & Lifestyle Consult

We review what you're noticing in your legs, what tends to trigger flare-ups (heat, standing, travel, hormones), and what you've already tried — so we can tailor the session to you.

2

Tissue & Swelling Assessment

A gentle, hands-on assessment of tissue sensitivity, swelling patterns, and areas of congestion to identify what's contributing and where to focus first.

3

Targeted Treatment + Personal Plan

A focused session to help reduce that pressure and tightness, followed by a clear next-step plan with recommended frequency and practical home support that's actually doable.

Take the First Step Toward Feeling Lighter
New Patient Appointment · Approx. 75 minutes
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5 spots available this week

This is a massage-based clinical appointment, not a medical diagnosis. If we believe your symptoms need further investigation, we'll guide you on next steps.

We ask for 24 hours' notice if you need to reschedule — it helps us offer your spot to someone on our waitlist.

Real experiences from real people

★★★★★

I finally felt listened to. For the first time, someone actually asked me questions about my legs instead of just telling me to elevate them. I left with a clear plan and a sense of relief I hadn't felt in months.

— Sarah, Alstonville

★★★★★

My legs felt noticeably more comfortable after just one session. The constant pressure and tightness that builds through the day actually eased. Professional, thorough, and explained everything clearly.

— Elena, Ballina

★★★★★

I'd been told for years it was "just water retention." This was the first appointment where someone connected all the symptoms together and gave me a straightforward plan for what to do next.

— Margaret, Lennox Head

Frequently Asked Questions

Treatment is gentle and designed to calm the system. We will use decongestive lymphatic drainage along with other manual techniques to reduce swelling and settle inflammation. Everything is adapted to your comfort level, and if any areas are tender, we adjust accordingly.
No referral needed. You can book directly through this page.
Comfortable clothing. You'll be appropriately draped during treatment, and we'll explain each step as we go.
Approximately 75 minutes. We allow proper time for intake, assessment, treatment, and your personal plan.
No — this is a massage-based appointment with a clinical-style intake and assessment to guide treatment. If anything suggests you should seek medical input, we'll let you know.
It varies. After your first visit, we'll recommend a realistic plan based on your symptoms, sensitivity, and goals. No lock-in commitments.

You've spent long enough wondering.

If your legs feel heavy, tender, swollen, or easily bruised, you don't have to keep pushing through it. Start with a session designed to give you clarity, comfort, and a clear plan forward.

5 spots available this week · New clients only

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