Clinical experience with a human approach
Founder Mel Kingdom-Andrews spent 20 years working as an NHS paramedic before moving into full-time natural physical therapy. That healthcare background shapes everything at Body Remedies: careful listening, sensible screening, clear explanations and knowing when something needs medical input. Mel is also wonderfully down to earth. You can expect specialist knowledge without the clinical coldness, and a space where you can ask questions without feeling silly.
Specialist treatments under one roof
When you arrive, we’ll talk through the reason for your appointment and any relevant information about your health or recovery. Some services use a form before your visit; please complete the form emailed with your booking where requested. For pre and post op lymphatic drainage , completing your consultation form beforehand means less appointment time is spent on administration and more is available for hands-on treatment. Prior to any treatment you will receive an email to lay out what to expect and then an aftercare email to following your appointment
I’ll explain the treatment and check that you are happy to proceed. Sessions are adapted to your needs, and you can ask questions, change position or ask me to pause at any point. We’ll discuss any advice relevant to your treatment and the next steps before you leave. Scar Release does not require preparation or formal aftercare.
What to expect from your appointment
Unhurried
Appointments are unhurried, private and tailored to what your body needs that day. Body Remedies is open Monday to Friday, with a later clinic on Wednesdays.
Clarity
If you are unsure which service is right for you, contact the clinic before booking and Mel will point you in the right direction. You will always be treated with honesty, warmth and respect.
Convenient
All appointments are booked online and paid for at the time of booking.
Post-operative expertise
Mel is trained in the Dr Vodder method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage and advanced post-operative care. She supports people recovering from procedures including liposuction, abdominoplasty, body lifts, breast surgery, facelifts, joint surgery and C-sections.
Every plan is adapted to the surgery, stage of healing, surgeon’s guidance and the way the lymphatic pathways have been affected.
