Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Service Description

Lymphatic diseases, especially lymphedema, represent a serious problem in the health community. MLD is a light, skin-stretching massage that helps promote the movement of lymphatic fluid out of the swollen limb. It should not be confused with a traditional massage. MLD is specifically focused on the lymph vessels to help the flow of lymphatic fluid. Therapy is applied to your unaffected areas first, making it possible for the fluid to move out of the affected area, or “decongest” the region. MLD helps open the remaining functioning lymph collectors and move protein and fluid into them, as well as to help speed up lymph fluid flow through the lymphatics. Benefits Relieves swelling that happens when medical treatment or illness blocks your lymphatic system. What are some conditions that can benefit from lymphatic drainage massage? Lymphatic drainage massages are often used to relieve lymphedema following breast cancer surgery. Other conditions that benefit from lymphatic drainage massages are: Rheumatoid arthritis: This is ongoing arthritis in your joints causing joint pain, swelling and stiffness. Fibromyalgia: This condition causes chronic muscle and joint pain. Chronic venous insufficiency: This happens when your leg veins aren’t working effectively, making it hard for your blood to return to your heart from your legs. Lipedema: This happens when excess fat accumulates in your lower body, blocking your lymphatic pathway and causing lymphedema. Are there any risks associated with lymphatic drainage massage? Generally speaking, lymphatic drainage massage is a safe treatment to relieve lymphedema. There are some conditions and circumstances where lymphatic drainage massage isn’t recommended: You have a heart condition. You have kidney failure. You have blood clots. You have an infection. Talk to your healthcare provider if you’re concerned your physical health might be affected by lymphatic drainage massage. How often should you have manual lymphatic drainage? For Active Individuals: Monthly sessions might suffice to maintain a healthy lymphatic flow. For Those With a Less Clean Diet: Consider more frequent sessions to help detoxify the body. Post-Surgery or Injury Recovery: Weekly sessions can be beneficial in reducing swelling and aiding recovery.