Lymphatic Drainage Massage

SANTÉ THERAPY WHAT IS LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE?

The lymphatic system plays a vital part of our immune and circulatory systems helping to remove cellular waste and toxins from the body. 70% of the Lymph system is located between the epidermis and dermis in the layers of the skin making massage very efficient for lymphatic drainage.  

Unlike the blood circulation which has the heart to act as a pump, the lymphatic system does not have a pump and relies on muscle movement and breathing to move lymph.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a very slow, light, gentle massage with short movements unlike regular massage which has long sweeping strokes.

The six main lymphatic nodes are activated and then the lymph around the whole body is moved in the direction of the nodes. This technique can help move the lymphatic fluid which helps the immune system and body heal.

Some benefits Lymphatic Drainage Massage may help with include:

• Reduce fluid retention and swelling eg Odema/Lyphedema
• Cleanse the body at a cellular level
• Assist in post-surgery recovery
• Boost the immune system 
• Aid digestion
• Relieve stress
• Improve energy levels