Lymphatic massage is a unique massage technique that is specifically effective at activating and decongesting your lymphatic system.
Your lymphatic system consists of an intricate network of lymph nodes and channels throughout your body that are responsible for:
1. Maintaining tissue fluid balance – by returning excess fluids and proteins in your tissues that cannot be transported by your blood vessels.
2. Fat absorption and metabolism – through it’s intimate relationship to your small intestine
3. Strengthening your adaptive immune response – by producing and circulating white blood cells throughout your body that form antibodies which defend you from pathogens.
Lymphatic massage is a gentle hands-on massage technique that stimulates your lymphatic system to optimize all of it’s vital functions within your body. It is particularly beneficial for:
1. Reducing acute or chronic swelling caused by injury or surgery to your lymphatic system (ie. following surgery involving lymph nodes, such as cancer surgeries and/or radiation; abdominal or pelvic surgeries/procedures/injuries; surgical cosmetic procedures; lymphedema).
2. Optimizing wound healing after any surgical procedure (ie. orthopedic, visceral, cosmetic)
3. Enhancing fat metabolism and harmonizing your digestive system.
4. Boosting your overall immune function.
5. Promoting states of relaxation and restoration of your body and mind.
As you can see, the benefits of lymphatic massage are vast and varied. Best of all, the technique itself is extremely relaxing and rejuvenating to receive!
Working with a therapist who has expertise and certified training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage can offer incredible enhancements to your quality of life. Contact us to learn more about how lymphatic massage may be helpful for you!
By: Lisa Chau