Lymphatic Drainage
The lymphatic system plays a crucial role in our body’s ability to ward off disease, heal from injury, and detoxify. Without the proper movement of this lymphatic fluid, our cells would be swamped with toxic and stagnant fluid. The lymphatic system regulates fluid volume, maintains the body’s fluid balance, and removes the cells’ excreted waste products. It also plays an integral role in the immune functions of the body: the lymph nodes filter and purify the lymph (the fluid that circulates inside the lymphatic vessels); lymphocytes and other killer cells destroy bacteria and foreign substances; it creates antibodies; and it provokes an immune response.
Lymphatic Drainage increases circulation of the body fluids, stimulates the immune system, and promotes a state of relaxation to balance the autonomic nervous system.
Lymphatic Drainage is widespread in Europe and South America where it is regularly used by surgeons before and after operations, especially for cosmetic procedures, such as liposuctions and face-lifts. Studies have proven that it can hasten healing by up to 50% post-surgery and promote healthy scar formation. Enhanced lymph flow can assist significantly in post-surgical healing.
What can I expect from a Lymphatic Drainage treatment?
In a Lymph Drainage session, the therapist detects the rhythm, direction, depth, and quality of the flow and then, using very gentle pressure with soft wavelike movements on the skin, encourages and enhances the lymph to flow in the direction of the lymph nodes.
Every person will respond to Lymphatic Drainage differently. You may feel tired or have increased energy, sore or achy and therefore suspect that your lymphatic system is purging toxins. Please drink plenty of water directly after a session which will assist in moving the toxins. A 15 minute walk is also beneficial to increase movement of the fluids post session.
Post Cancer Lymphedema’s
Relief from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
Improve Immune system (Lyme’s Disease)
Relief from Chronic Pain
Detoxification of the Body
Regeneration of Tissues
Surgical Scarring from Cosmetic Surgeries
Reduction in Swelling
