LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE

Manual lymphatic drainage is a type of massage based on the hypothesis that it will encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste, toxins products away from the tissues back toward the heart.

The results from a typical Lymphatic drainage massage, will indict a slender, more define area prior to before the treatment which you will notice. Regular lymphatic massages prevent your metabolic rate from slowing down, thus assisting you avoid weight gain. It also stimulates weight loss if you had a low metabolism, as this treatment will raise your metabolism over time.

Lymphatic massage aims to improve the flow of lymph fluid, which should reduce swelling and bloated Ness, in the area treated. Massaging an area without swelling will make space for fluid to flow to those parts from more congested areas, resulting in a slimmer appearance.
Lymphedema happens when your tissues retain fluid left behind after your cardiovascular system sends blood to your tissues and organs.
The remaining fluid is called lymph. Normally, your lymphatic system collects your lymph and returns it to your heart via a network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes. When something disrupts your lymphatic system’s process, lymph collects in your arms and legs, making them swell.

During you massage, lymphatic drainage massage techniques are used mainly to move lymph from your tissues to your lymph nodes, which eases the swelling in your tissues.

MLD can also help to boost the immune system. The lymphatic system is an important part of the immune system, and MLD can help to promote lymph flow and drainage, which also assists the system to remove wate and toxins and from the body.

Lymphatic drainage massages can also help to improve circulation, which can aid in healing and recovery of an area injured or recovering from surgery. An improved circulation can help to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the affected area, which can help to promote and fasten the healing process.

What are the symptoms of a poor lymphatic system?

Symptoms of lymphedema may include:

• swelling in the extremities — such as the arms, legs, abdominal, thighs, hands, or feet — which can affect mobility
• swelling in other parts of the body, including the chest, breast, shoulder, face, back and groin
• pain and changes in sensation
• a feeling of heaviness in your day to day activities
• difficulty fitting into clothing