Tuesday 15 March 2016

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

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Lymphatic drainage is a type of alternative treatment. It uses manual massage to promote flowing of lymph fluid through the lymphatic system. This holistic therapy can be potentially beneficial by relaxing the body, reducing possible blockages, and aiding in other systems in the body such as the immune system and digestive system. Although lymphatic massage can be beneficial for some people, it can also cause fatigue, overwhelming thirst, and nausea or vomiting. Diabetics and people with heart disease, clotting, or kidney disease should avoid lymphatic massage because it can be dangerous.

The lymphatic system plays an important role in keeping the body healthy. It has the responsibility of filtering out toxins from the body. By removing these toxins, other systems in the body can function normally. Lymph nodes, part of the lymphatic system, also produce white blood cells called lymphocytes that are used by the immune system. Sometimes the lymphatic system functions are diminished, which can be corrected by lymphatic drainage.

Benefits of this technique are numerous, but do not always apply to everyone. Manual massage for the lymphatic system can reduce blockages that reduce the flow of lymph fluid. This flow reduction can cause swelling to occur in the legs or arms and in the lymph nodes. By gently massaging the areas of the lymphatic system, blockages can be broken up. Lymph flow is improved, which reduces the retention and build up of toxins in the body.


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