Tidal Clinic — Massage, Recovery and Advanced Lymphatic Care in Portrush
Sports massage, deep tissue, manual lymphatic drainage, post-operative recovery and deep oscillation therapy in Portrush.
Treatments
Massage, recovery and advanced lymphatic care, under one roof.
Every appointment begins with a conversation. Treatments are shaped to what you're training for, recovering from, or working through. Select a treatment below to learn more.
Deep Tissue & Sports Massage
Hands-on soft tissue treatment for muscular tension, stiffness, recovery and performance — adapted to you rather than a fixed routine.
Learn moreManual Lymphatic Drainage
Gentle, rhythmic Dr Vodder MLD to support natural lymphatic function, reduce swelling and calm the nervous system. A core specialism of the clinic.
Learn morePost-Operative Recovery
Combined Dr Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Deep Oscillation® Therapy to support swelling management and recovery following cosmetic, lipedema and orthopaedic surgery.
Learn moreDeep Oscillation® Therapy
A specialist electrostatic treatment used alongside massage and lymphatic care to reduce swelling, ease discomfort and support tissue healing.
Learn moreReady when you are.
Read through the treatment details below, then book online when you're ready. If you've a specific question first, you're welcome to get in touch.
Who we help
A clinic for a wide range of clients.
Movement & everyday comfort
Sports and active individuals, office workers and desk-based professionals.
Neck and shoulder tension · Back pain and stiffness · Sports recovery · Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) · Reduced mobility · Headaches related to muscular tension
Lymphatic care & wellbeing
Lipedema and lymphatic clients, and people seeking recovery, wellbeing and maintenance care.
Heavy or tired legs · Swelling and oedema · Lipedema / lipoedema support · General wellbeing and recovery
Post-operative support
Post-operative recovery clients, with care shaped around their clinical team’s guidance.
Post-operative swelling · Fibrosis and tissue firmness following surgery · Scar management support
About Paul
A practitioner who treats people, not parts.
Paul is a qualified Sports Massage Therapist and a Dr Vodder Level 3 Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy Practitioner.
Based in Portrush, welcoming clients from across the Causeway Coast, Coleraine and the wider North Coast.
The Dr Vodder method is recognised internationally as one of the leading approaches to Manual Lymphatic Drainage and specialist lymphatic care.
His training includes advanced lymphatic techniques used in post-operative recovery, oedema management, lymphatic dysfunction and specialist decongestive therapy, alongside extensive experience in hands-on soft tissue treatment.
Professional memberships and registrations include:
- • MLD UK
- • MLD Ireland
- • British Lymphology Society
Tidal Clinic combines evidence-informed manual therapy with advanced lymphatic training, offering a level of specialist lymphatic expertise that is not commonly found within a traditional massage clinic setting.
If you get to know Paul, you'll quickly discover that he is rarely standing still professionally. More often than not, he is planning his next course, developing new skills or expanding his knowledge so that he can continue to enhance the care and treatment options available to the local community.
Reviews shown by Google
What clients are saying.
Treatment
Deep Tissue & Sports Massage
Hands-on soft tissue treatment for muscular tension, stiffness, recovery and performance — adapted to you rather than a fixed routine.
You do not need to be sporty, injured or in pain to benefit.
Explore Massage & Recovery →Who it may suit
- Active individuals and athletes
- Office workers and desk-based clients
Typical benefits
- Eased muscular tension and discomfort
- Improved mobility and movement quality
Appointment duration
Sessions are usually 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes. Longer appointments allow time for more thorough assessment and treatment across multiple areas.
Specialism
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Gentle, rhythmic Dr Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage to support natural lymphatic function and swelling management. A core specialism of Tidal Clinic.
Care is always provided without judgement, with privacy and dignity at the centre of every appointment.
Explore Advanced Lymphatics →Who it may suit
- Clients living with lymphatic conditions
- People managing lipedema or chronic swelling
Typical benefits
- Reduced swelling and a lighter feeling in the body
- Support for natural lymphatic function
Appointment duration
Typically 60 or 90 minutes. A longer session is often recommended for first appointments and for more complex lymphatic concerns.
Recovery
Post-Operative Recovery
Post-operative recovery at Tidal Clinic combines Dr Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Deep Oscillation® Therapy to support swelling management and recovery following cosmetic, lipedema and orthopaedic surgery.
Treatment is planned individually around your procedure, your surgeon’s guidance and your stage of recovery.
Who it may suit
- Cosmetic surgery clients (e.g. liposuction, abdominoplasty, breast surgery)
- Orthopaedic surgery clients
Typical benefits
- Support for the body's natural healing processes
- Reduced swelling and bruising over time
Appointment duration
Sessions are typically 60 or 90 minutes. Recovery is most effective when treatment is planned across multiple appointments rather than a single visit.
Specialist therapy
Deep Oscillation® Therapy
Deep Oscillation® Therapy is a specialist electrostatic treatment that uses gentle impulses to create gentle oscillations through the treated tissues. It is used alongside massage and lymphatic care where appropriate.
Who it may suit
- Post-operative and post-injury clients
- Clients managing swelling or lymphatic concerns
Typical benefits
- Comfortable, non-invasive treatment
- Support for tissue healing and recovery
Appointment duration
Deep Oscillation® may be offered as a standalone session or integrated into a massage or MLD appointment. Sessions are typically 60 or 90 minutes.
FAQ
Questions We Often Get Asked.
Most answers live here. If something specific isn't covered, send a quick message.
Book Online
Questions before booking?
Appointments can be booked online 24/7 using the Book Online button. If you're unsure which treatment is right for you, have a question about post-operative recovery, lymphatic care or any other aspect of treatment, please use the contact form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.