Lipedema - Lymphatic Drainage Benefits

Many think of manual lymphatic drainage as a type of massage; however, it is different from traditional massage therapy. When performing self-manual lymphatic drainage, there are several things to keep in mind.
Another important facet of this procedure is the “resting” phase. After performing the stretch and movement, you should then allow the skin to move back to its original position to allow the lymph vessels to absorb the fluids.

Perform Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Experience Lymphatic Drainage Benefits

Manual lymphatic drainage is just one component of complete decongestive therapy (CDC). In addition to MLD, complete decongestive therapy includes compression, exercise, and skincare. These therapeutic components, when performed together, can ultimately relieve the symptoms of lipedema, which can often be painful.
When you stimulate the lymphatic system, you will feel the effects of several lymphatic drainage benefits:
Increase the capacity of the lymphatic system, which will then let it process more fluid than normal.:

• Increase the flow through the lymph nodes, which will, in turn, allow the system to filter out waste, dead cells, excess proteins, and toxins.
• The production of lymphocytes will increase to heighten the body’s ability to fight infections.

Other lymphatic drainage massage benefits include reduction of pain and swelling and an increase of venous return and circulation.

The Manual Lymphatic Drainage Pump Technique

Another technique of manual lymphatic drainage is the pump technique. During this technique, the hand is placed at an angle to the skin. The fingers/palms then stretch the skin, with the thumb on one side of the limb, and the fingers on the other. The wrist then lowers to move the skin in a pumping motion. This is one of the techniques used at Newark Therapeutic.

If you struggle with the pain and discomfort of lipedema, consider booking a Manual Lymphatic Drainage session today and see if you could benefit.  Book online