It's Detox Time: What is lymphatic massage & how can it help you

January 13, 2022blog

When we hear the word massage we usually travel in an environment that makes us feel beautiful, with energy harmony, soft music, peace and quiet. The first image that comes to mind is a pair of magical hands that with gentle massages relax the senses, relieving even the tightest muscles from the accumulated tension of everyday life.

Really, could this refreshing experience become even more tempting than it already is?

What if, for example, a 40-minute massage therapy could remove retained toxins and make your body look healthier and firmer? Yes, fortunately for us it exists! It is called lymphatic massage, it has multiple health benefits and is the best way to detoxify our body after the festive abuses!

For this reason, we have gathered everything you need to know about lymphatic massage in one article, analyzing its therapeutic benefits in mind and body!

What exactly is the lymphatic system?

Before we start talking about lymphatic massage, it is important to understand the role that the lymphatic system plays in the human body. And here we need the help of science.

The lymphatic system is an extensive network of blood vessels, glands, and lymph nodes that are responsible for maintaining fluid balance in the body. It is a complex system that filters the most important fluid after blood in the human body, the "lymph". It is part of the immune system and helps remove pathogens, toxins and waste from the body.

Essentially, then, it is a hygiene system that removes harmful substances and takes care in cooperation with the circulatory system for the proper transport of nutrients throughout the body..

However, unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system does not have a pump, which means that it is highly dependent on movement. Running, stretching, walking or yoga, whatever you choose from the above activities will help you mobilize the lymph flow.

The problem is that every day we are exposed to more than 80.000 toxins that make the lymphatic system hypotonic or at worst inactive. Lymph flow can even be dramatically reduced (up to 94%) in people with a sedentary lifestyle. And this is where the lymphatic massage or lymphatic drainage massage comes in to give the solution.

What is lymphatic massage or lymphatic drainage massage?

Although lymphatic massage has become very popular in recent years, the technique has been in the scientific literature for almost a century.

Created in the 1930s by the Danish Dr Emil Vodder, who had a deep interest in anatomy and the lymphatic system. He himself developed almost intuitively a form of massage, the method of manual lymphatic drainage (Manual Lymphatic Drainage), which he premiered at a scientific conference in Paris.

His lectures soon attracted the interest of the medical community, who admired his scientific work and recognized through a series of studies that lymphatic massage could benefit people with lymphatic system disorders.

In 1965, Vodder made a presentation in which he described his belief that lymphatic massage, along with breathing, relaxation exercises, and improved nutrition, could address lymphatic dysfunction. After a few years, MLD became the treatment for lymphedema and then the technique arrived in the USA in the 1970s.

Therefore, lymphatic drainage massage should not be confused with the classic massage. It does not work on the muscle groups and blood circulation, but on the superficial lymphatics, which are located just below the skin. Also, unlike simple massage, it consists of specialized pressures with movement that follow the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system. These are gentle, slow and repetitive massages that promote the smooth flow of lymph in the body and promote its natural drainage.

So what does lymphatic massage do?

As the lymphatic system is movement dependent, if this movement starts to stop or slow down, the system is not working properly and in this case health problems may arise.

The goal of lymphatic massage is to give the accumulated / blocked lymph a way out, reducing swelling and thus encouraging the body's natural detoxification process.

Through the muscle contractions it achieves, this particular massage technique helps to remove waste from cells, the lymphatic system, blood and tissues with other body waste, namely urine and feces. In short, massage is intended to help restore movement to the system, which is thought to lead to a number of benefits.

What are the benefits of lymphatic massage?

The benefits of lymphatic massage are many. What we can say with confidence is that if you decide to give it a try, the result will pleasantly surprise you! Especially if you feel physically tired, bloated, have swollen limbs or suffer from fluid retention - all symptoms of a blocked lymphatic system.

Let's see what differences you will notice physically and mentally after a lymphatic massage treatment protocol:

Improving blood circulation and tissue regeneration
Mobilization of lymph flow and enhancement of lipolysis. Do you remember those pounds that while you were watching your diet they did not say to leave? Now you will see them leave slowly as long as your metabolism is activated again!
Significant reduction of swelling, fluid retention & cellulite
Improving the immune system due to the significant elimination of toxins
Improving the digestive process
Treatment of insomnia symptoms
Relaxation of the nervous system and relief from daily stress
Promoting physical and mental relaxation
Feeling of total lightness in the body
Significant improvement of the appearance and texture of the skin

How is lymphatic massage done?

Lymphatic massage can be applied in two ways:

By applying the technique from a specialized professional therapist
Through press therapy, essentially wearing a uniform that sends air evenly distributed

What is press therapy and how is it done?

Press therapy is a special machine that provides lymphatic massage through the intervention of loose air pressure, with the aim of improving lymphatic circulation and consequently stimulating the entire circulatory system.

In simple words, you lie down, wear the special uniform that massages you and relax! In addition to relaxation, however, this treatment helps you cleanse your lymphatic system, which is one of the body's most basic excretory organs, transporting all the useless substances from the tissues to the urine or feces for elimination from the body. .

What are the results in practice?

It offers immediate and substantial detoxification of the body, elimination of excess fluids, fight against swelling and cellulite, as well as weight loss! Significantly reduces swelling and fluid retention from the very first session and all this thanks to the decongestion of the lymphatic system! At the same time, it has a relaxing effect on the nerves and muscles, so at the end of the treatment, you will have a sense of mental and physical well-being with your body feeling relaxed and light and you being in a state of complete calm!

Summarizing…

Lymphatic massage is one of the most effective ways to get rid of toxins and get rid of the bloating of the holidays. Of course, like any other body treatment, press therapy should be combined with a balanced diet, exercise and adequate water consumption to achieve the best possible result! Beyond that, there are several enjoyable ways in which you can detoxify your body and at the same time to face relaxations and body from daily stress.

Swelling, edema, local fat, sagging or cellulite, whatever concerns you can be effectively treated in a holistic way. Call our experienced team at 27210 87480 to book a free diagnostic appointment and we will suggest a specialized treatment protocol tailored to your needs.