MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE (MLD) MASSAGE
From the tip of your nose to the tips of your toes it's the perfect massage
FOR LYMPHEDEMA & EDEMA
Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle form of massage used to relieve inflammation related to lymphedema. Lymphedema is a common side effect of many health conditions. It’s also common among people recovering from cancer treatments, most notably, breast cancer surgery because surgeons remove several lymph nodes during the procedure.
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Typically, your lymphatic system collects your lymph and returns it to your heart via a network of vessels and nodes. When something disrupts this process, lymph collects in your arms, legs, ankles or other parts of your body, making them swell.
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A massage therapist uses lymphatic drainage techniques to move lymph from your tissues to your lymph nodes, which eases the swelling.
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FOR BOOSTING THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
When it comes to supporting your body's defense system, you might not immediately think of massage. However, the practice of lymphatic massage is gaining recognition for its remarkable role in enhancing immune function. It is not only shown to contribute to, but supports a stronger and more resilient immune system.
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FOR REDUCING STRESS AND STRESS_RELATED ANXIETY
This is one of the ways Lymphatic Drainage massage shines above the rest according to Robert, our on-staff certified lymphatic drainage therapist. Robert says it's because of the gentle rhythmic strokes that trigger the parasympathetic nervous system which is responsible for relaxation tallowing for reduction in stress and stress-related anxiety.
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE AS A POST-SURGICAL PROGRAM
Lymphatic Drainage massage is the highly sought-after, "must-have" treatment following liposuction, tummy tucks, face-lifts and BBL's.
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Plastic surgery procedures disrupt a person’s lymphatic channels. It can take up to three months for new channels to form following such treatments.
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Adding lymphatic massages to the client’s recovery programs can speed up the development of these new channels.
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The massage can also improve the aesthetics derived from the treatment by reducing congestion in the areas worked on. It sends excess fluids into lymphatic nodes, where they can be removed from the body.
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Lymphatic massages can also help prevent infection following surgery. Fluid congestion increases the risk of infection because it places pressure on stitched-up incision lines. Plastic surgeons often recommend these massages after any procedures that cause swelling as a side effect.
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Clients who get plastic surgery typically start their lymphatic massages about two weeks after their surgery. About three to five massages per week are often recommended. The benefits of these massages include:
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The patient’s skin tissues heal much faster, shortening their recovery
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It helps get rid of any anesthesia or medication left in the patient’s body
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It helps reduce pain and discomfort during the recovery process
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Bruising caused by the procedure heals faster
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It leads to better performance of the circulatory system
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Inflammation goes away faster
People with health conditions like a current infection, kidney or liver issues, a history of strokes or blood clots, or congestive heart failure are usually not good candidates for a lymphatic massage because it can cause complications.