Lymph Drainage Therapy
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What is a Lymph Drainage Therapist?
A qualified Lymph Drainage Therapist is someone who can undertake massage specifically to target the movement of lymph fluids. This is not the general relaxing or revitalizing massage therapies you can usually find, but it precise in its movements and system. It is a very gentle way of removing the built-up toxins from the body that can cause health issues. There are some health conditions that already create an excess of lymphatic fluid. These include lymphedema.
The Lymphatic System
The body's lymphatic system moves the lymphatic fluid around the body. If the lymphatic fluid is not dispersed it can start to build up in one particular area causing swelling and pain. This is called lymphedema and is more noticeable in the arms and legs. It can be caused by infections or any issue that affects the lymph nodes.
How Does Lymphatic Drainage Help?
The lymph drainage therapist works with the body's lymph system to reduce the swelling and increase the body's circulations system by gentle massage in a specific way.
What Can Lymphatic Drainage Help With?
There are a range of conditions that can benefit from the expertise of a lymph drainage therapist and these are not just restricted to conditions that have swelling. These include (but are not limited to):
Arthritis
Insomnia
Fibromyalgia
Fatigue
Digestive issues
Stress
When To Avoid Lymph Drainage Massage
If you suffer with congestive heart failure, kidney problems, blood clots or circulation problems then you should avoid this type of therapy. If in any doubt at all, always consult your lymph drainage therapist and they will give you a complete list and take you through the therapy step by step. As with any alternative practice, you should always consult a medical practitioner before trying it.
What To Expect From A Session
Your Therapist will go through a checklist with you to ensure you do not have any contraindications to suggest you cannot have a session. You should be alcohol-free and drug-free. The massage session may be carried out with you fully or partially dressed, but always in a dignified way. You may feel some sensations in your body as the toxins are moved around. This is entirely normal. You should feel relaxed throughout and there should be no pain associated wit the therapist's movements. If there is, you should highlight them.
Overall health issues may improve with this therapy and you may find you are less stiff. You should always increase your fluid water intake after having a lymph drainage massage as this will help accelerate the removal of waste toxins from the body.
Finding A Lymph Drainage Therapist
A qualified Lymph Drainage therapist will belong to a recognized alternative practitioner federation, such as (LANA). Contact us today to learn more about our practitioners and how they can help you with your specific needs.
