What is the Lymphatic System?
The lymphatic system is one of our body’s major systems. It is the front line in our body’s ability to fight disease and infection, and remove toxins. Lymphatic fluid contains immune cells, which circulate around the body, mopping up toxins and transporting them to the lymph nodes (or “glands”). It is in the glands where these toxins are broken down, and the lymph fluid is filtered so it can continue to circulate around the body and collect more toxins. Toxins include viruses, bacteria, pollution, food additives, drugs and metabolic waste.
A healthy lymphatic system is vital for immunity. Unlike the circulatory system (where the heart pumps blood around the body) your lymphatic system does not have a pump. The only thing that gets lymphatic fluid circulating is muscle contraction. Therefore lymphatic drainage massage is incredibly helpful for people who are not so mobile. And because the lymphatic system is quite slow-moving (and can easily become sluggish) lymphatic drainage is something that almost everyone can benefit from.
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
MLD is a very specific massage technique which involves clearing the lymph nodes that are located throughout the body. The areas of lymph nodes are manually pumped, then the lymphatic veins of the body and limbs are drained to move lymph back to the lymphatic filters (or nodes). The fluid can then continue to circulate and effectively clean up more toxins.
The sequence is performed in a very specific order for MLD to be effective. The pressure used is very light because 75% of the lymphatic fluid is located directly under the skin.
Contraindications
For the most part lymphatic drainage massage is safe. However, there are a few conditions that are contraindicated, and these happen when an increase of lymph flow would be detrimental. If you have different medical conditions it is always good to get clearance from your doctor. Please download the form and have your Dr. fill it out. Lymphatic Drainage Massage is not recommended for those who have
The lymphatic system is one of our body’s major systems. It is the front line in our body’s ability to fight disease and infection, and remove toxins. Lymphatic fluid contains immune cells, which circulate around the body, mopping up toxins and transporting them to the lymph nodes (or “glands”). It is in the glands where these toxins are broken down, and the lymph fluid is filtered so it can continue to circulate around the body and collect more toxins. Toxins include viruses, bacteria, pollution, food additives, drugs and metabolic waste.
A healthy lymphatic system is vital for immunity. Unlike the circulatory system (where the heart pumps blood around the body) your lymphatic system does not have a pump. The only thing that gets lymphatic fluid circulating is muscle contraction. Therefore lymphatic drainage massage is incredibly helpful for people who are not so mobile. And because the lymphatic system is quite slow-moving (and can easily become sluggish) lymphatic drainage is something that almost everyone can benefit from.
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
MLD is a very specific massage technique which involves clearing the lymph nodes that are located throughout the body. The areas of lymph nodes are manually pumped, then the lymphatic veins of the body and limbs are drained to move lymph back to the lymphatic filters (or nodes). The fluid can then continue to circulate and effectively clean up more toxins.
The sequence is performed in a very specific order for MLD to be effective. The pressure used is very light because 75% of the lymphatic fluid is located directly under the skin.
Contraindications
For the most part lymphatic drainage massage is safe. However, there are a few conditions that are contraindicated, and these happen when an increase of lymph flow would be detrimental. If you have different medical conditions it is always good to get clearance from your doctor. Please download the form and have your Dr. fill it out. Lymphatic Drainage Massage is not recommended for those who have
- Acute inflammation
- Malignant tumors
- Thrombosis
- Major heart problems
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Therapeutic Effects of MLD Massage
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Conditions that respond to MLD Massage
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The promotional/discounted items are valid for 60days from the day of your purchase.
Please make sure you book your appointment within this time. If you are not able to make it during the 60days the amount you paid will not be lost, it can be applied towards another massage therapy)
