Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy (LDT/MLD) uses specialized gentle skin stretching techniques to stimulate fluid (lymph) flow throughout the Lymphatic System.
The Lymphatic System is a key component of the immune system that keeps body fluid levels in balance, and defends the body against toxins, infections, and diseases. The network of lymphatic vessels, tissues, glands, and organs work together to filtrate then remove waste and unwanted materials from the body.
With the intention of acting as a manual pump, a trained lymphatic therapist performs rhythmic strokes in sequences to augment (effectively ramp up) activity and sometimes reroute stagnant fluid in the lymphatic system. This noninvasive light pressure has profound effects on the body helping to:
•reduce inflammation
•decrease pain
•assist detoxification
•shift to deep relaxation
Growing research supports that these combined therapeutic benefits combat symptoms of many complicated illnesses or chronic conditions, and even disturbances to well-being such as:
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome •Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis• Insomnia •Sinus Decongestion• Headaches, Depression• Scar Tissue• Chronic Pain• Detox• Weight Loss Regimens• Sprains/Strains• Anxiety, Cellulite/Body Contouring • Athletic Recovery • Preoperative • Palliative Care
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