The proper functioning of the lymphatic system is critical to our body's ability to drain stagnant fluids, detoxify, regenerate tissues, filter out toxins and foreign substances, and maintain a healthy immune system. A very complex system comprised primarily of lymph vessels and nodes working in cooperation to accomplish their tasks.
The lymph system, which relies upon hundreds of tiny muscular units contracting throughout the body to propel lymph flow. This enables the lymph vessels to move numerous substances ie, proteins, toxins, hormones, fatty acids, etc. to lymph nodes.
The action of these muscular units can be hindered or stopped due to surgery, trauma, burns, infections, substantial swelling, fatigue, stress or age. This hands-on technique is designed to aid in the recirculation of lymph fluid. Upledger Institutes' unique training allows practitioners to detect the specific rhythm, direction, depth and quality of lymphatic flow. For clients, the process is very pleasurable and induces deep states of relaxation by stimulating the parasympathetic system.
Benefits of Lymph Drainage Therapy
-Reduction in edemas (swelling) and lymphedema
-Relief of chronic conditions such as acne, eczema and allergies
-Immune system stimulation for preventative and therapeutic effects, deep relaxation to aid insomnia,
stress, depression;
-Detoxification of the body, relief of muscle spasms
-Reduction in symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Fibromyalgia
