What
is LD (Lymphatic Drainage)?
It's a very specialized type of massage that stimulates the flow of
lymph from the swollen area. It also assesses overall circulation and
promotes the optimal functioning of the lymphatic vessels.
Through this approach, the therapist detects the specific rhythm, direction, depth and quality of the lymph flow and stimulates lymph and interstitial fluid circulation, critical for detoxification, regeneration of tissues and reactivation of the immune system.
What is the Lymphatic System?
It's a complex network of lymphoid organs, lymph nodes, lymph ducts,
lymphatic tissues and lymph vessels that produce and transport lymph
fluid from tissues to the circulatory system. The lymphatic system is
a major component of the immune system.
Functions of the Lymphatic System:
- Removal of excess fluids from body tissues.
- Transport of fatty acids and fat (chyle) to the circulatory system.
- Production of some immune cells.
Injury, inactive life-style, disease and some other factors impair the lymphatic circulation, since it depends on body movement, breathing and exercising. LD stimulates the circulation of lymph through gentle movements and massage.
| How
is it performed? The therapist works with flat hands, using all his fingers, to deliver a gentle, rhythmic, wave-like massage of the skin that stimulates the lymph nodes. This gentle and rhythmic pumping technique also activates the adequate flow of lymph. LD facilitates the removal of metabolic wastes, excess water, toxins and foreign substances from the body via the lymph vessels and the venous capillaries. |
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Benefits
- Reduction in edemas (swelling) and lymphedemas.
- Tissue regeneration (wrinkles, scars, burn marks)
- Improves inflammatory processes.
- Reduces symptoms of fatigue, stress, insomnia.
- Improves skin appearance.
- Relaxation.
- Prevents illnesses, by activating the inmune system.
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How
does a session last? The treatment is very comfortable and nonaggressive. A typical session will involve drainage of the neck, abdomen, trunk, and extremities and lasts approximately 40 to 60 minutes. |
