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Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
What is Lymphatic Massage (MLD)?
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic massage treatment. The massage uses very light pressure and long, gentle, rhythmic strokes to increase the flow of lymph and reduce toxins in your body.
The lymph system is part of your body's immune system and helps fight infection. Lymph itself is a clear, slightly yellow fluid. It transports nutrients and oxygen to cells, collecting toxins on the way and flushing them out through the lymph nodes. You have around twice as many lymph vessels as blood vessels in your body. However, unlike blood, which is pumped around by your heart, the lymph system has no pump. The pressure from your blood vessels and movement from your muscles push the lymphatic fluid around
What is lymphatic drainage massage good for?
Lymphatic drainage massage can have a beneficial effect on your general health. Because lymph is key to keeping your immune system working efficiently. Improving the flow and drainage of lymph around the body is good for you in lots of ways.
Lymphatic drainage can:
- Reduce the chance of you suffering from minor colds and viruses; it helps your body fight off infection, and speeds up healing and recovery from illness
- Helps reduce water retention; for instance, because the lymph system has no pump, if you sit for long periods of time without moving, the lymph can't flow easily — this is why you may experience swollen feet or fingers during this time
- Boost weight loss, as improving the lymphatic system will improve your metabolic rate, which helps you burn calories more efficiently
Hot tip!
Lymphatic drainage is about flushing out your system; you can do this every day by drinking plenty of clear water.
One of the best things you can do for your lymphatic system is to be more active. Even the most gentlest of activity will help encourage a healthy lymph flow, as movement of the muscles exerts pressure on the lymphatic vessels and keeps them moving.
It goes without saying that your diet plays a major role in your health and wellbeing, as does a good nights sleep.
Eat sensibly, Exercise regularly, Stress less, Sleep well
Testimonials
J STANFORD Management Consultant
I have been having regular massages for over 30 years. I have worked with dozens of masseurs and Janet Pitcher is without doubt the best. Each time I see Janet she varies what she does to meet my body's needs at that time - there is no set routine completed without much thought. She has 'listening hands'. She can tell quickly what is wrong and what your body needs. She has more anatomical and medical knowledge than any masseur I have ever met. She can also suggest stretches and exercises to alleviate complaints. I would recommend Janet without hesitation to anyone - whether they need to reduce the stress in their body, have a sports injury or wish to learn more about their own body.
You can also book appointments with me at any time from The Cherry Tree Therapy Centre 2 Station Parade, Cherry Tree Rise, Buckhurst Hill, Essex, IG9 6EU, or from my home in Stondon Massey, CM15 OEE
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