The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system, know as the body's "waste" disposal.  It clears away bacteria, excess water, cell debris, and proteins from the connective tissue and returns it to the bloodstream for removal by the kidneys.  

Lymphatic drainage massage increases lymphatic circulation and helps detoxify the body.  Lymph capillaries have no valves, so the lymph flows in all directions and relies on the movement of smooth muscles to transport fluids through the lymph vessels.

Lymphatic vessels are critical for clearing fluid and inflammatory cells from inflamed tissues.

 

Surgical procedures (cosmetic, medical, or cancer treatments) can cause lymph fluid to build up in a particular area of the body causing swelling, a condition known as Lymphedema.  

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  MLD for cancer-related lymphedema

Re-route lymph fluid around removed lymph nodes, reducing swelling in limbs, chest, and breast area using light pressure to move and stretch the skin to promote the slow and natural pulsation of the lymphatic system.

 

MLD uses gentle, rhythmic skin-stretching techniques to treat post-surgical swelling lymphedema as well as fibrosis.   There is no muscle manipulations involved.

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MLD treatment recommended for:

• Lymphedema: Primary lymphedema (Milroy's disease) and Secondary lymphedema caused by physical trauma / accidents, surgeries, infections, and cancer

• Cancer treatment side effects; lymphedema

• Post Surgical swelling; plastic surgery Mommy Makeovers, Lipo, Tummy Tuck, BBL, Facelifts

• Reconstructive surgery; mastectomy

• C-section Cesarean recovery

• Lipidema and post-Lipidema liposuction

• Auto-immune disorders

• ​Sluggish immune system​​​​​​

 

MLD is contraindicated, NOT recommended for anyone who has:

• Congestive heart failure CHF

• Active infections or cellulitus

• Blood clots, Deep Vein Thrombosis DVT

•   Kidney / Liver failure

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Certified Lymphedema Therapist, training by Norton School of Lymphatics.