What makes lymphatic drainage massage different?
Lymphatic drainage massage is a detoxification massage that uses a manual technique to target the lymphatic system. According to Better Health, “the lymphatic system is our body’s ‘sewerage system’. The lymphatic system is important for the optimal functioning of our general and specific immune responses.”
Here’s how lymphatic drainage massage can help you:
Balance your immunity: The lymphatic system works to regulate the immune system, it's like the scanner at the supermarket, it scans the toxins to tell your immune cells what to send out.
Accelerate weight loss: The lymphatic system absorbs digestive fat from the small intestine, if the lymphatic system is working well, it means that it will help/cooperate in the elimination of fats. A sluggish or poor lymphatic system can make it difficult to lose weight.
Post surgical recovery including cosmetic surgery and sports injuries: The lymphatic system will help to move excess build up fluid from the tissue promoting healing and reducing risk of infection.
Improve digestion & constipation: Abdominal massage stimulates peristalsis which is an involuntary constriction and relaxation of the muscles of the intestine. With specific massage techniques it's possible to work with fluid retention of the belly improving digestion and reducing bloating and inflammation.
Manage menstrual, menopause, peri-menopausal symptoms: The lymphatic system improves hormone balance and overall health. It will improve symptoms such as mood changes, trouble concentrating, headaches, night sweats and hot flashes, trouble sleeping. With menstrual cramps, the lymphatic massage will ease the throbbing and cramping pain at the lower abdominal area.
Heal from illnesses including chronic fatigue: People with chronic fatigue can experience pain in their joints and muscles, lack of concentration, excess sleepiness, anxiety, depression and headaches. The lymphatic drainage massage will bring comfort by relaxing the body, support digestion and perhaps most importantly will encourage the parasympathetic nervous system response bringing healing to the body.
Reduce anxiety: The lymphatic drainage massage will calm the nervous system therefore reducing anxiety.
Our lymphatic system is an integral part of our immune system and according to Cancer Research UK “it helps us fight bacteria and infections by destroying old or abnormal cells, such as cancer cells.” This is why we are so passionate about lymphatic drainage massage and the health benefits it can have.
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