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Lymphatic drainage is a holistic approach to promoting a healthy lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a complex network of vessels and ducts that move fluid throughout the body and is responsible for moving toxins away from healthy cells and carrying germ-fighting materials to cells when they are under attack by viruses. Though fluid moves through the lymphatic system, it does not have its own pumping mechanism ( the blood system has the Hearth). Lymphatic drainage is a type of therapy that is intended to help the body produce a free-flowing lymphatic system.

Lymphatic drainage therapy consists of a manual massage. A Lymphatic drainage massage primarily focuses on specific lymph nodes and points of the body, as well as the natural flow of the lymphatic system. Lymphatic drainage is believed to reduce blockages of the lymphatic system, which in turn promotes a healthier body.

If the lymphatic system becomes blocked, lymph nodes may become swollen. Further, the system fails to remove the body’s toxins and can even affect white blood cell counts which in turn affects immune response. Lymphatic drainage is believed to reduce blockage, which promotes health in the lymphatic system as well as other bodily systems such as the circulatory, respiratory, muscular and endocrine systems. Some therapists believe that lymphatic drainage therapy can also reduce allergies, menstrual cramps, colds and other viruses.

There are 2 types of Lymphatic Drainage therapies

Manual Lymphatic Drainage - Dr Vodder Institute:
This is the proper medically recognised lymphatic drainage massage, this tecnique is beneficial to Lymphoedema patients and cancer patients who have had a significant number of Lymph nodes removed and also to reduce swelling after surgeries, injuries, cosmetic surgery and other.The therapist may also use wrapping and bandages to inhance the benefict of the treatment. Therapist qualified from this institute are primarely nurses and physiotherpists as the anatomy and physiology standards required are quite high and also the failing rate for this course are very high.
We strongly advise cancer patients to seek the help of a Vodder Institute qualified practitioner.

Lymph Drainage massage:
This is a technique used by aromatherapists and others, it involves the use of very light strokes which are aimed to improve the lymph circulatory system for better well being, it is very useful for those who suffer from impaired or reduced circulation, congestions, and to aid in weight loss programs where the lymph system is not working at optimum.