Lymphatic MassageLymphatic massage, also known in variations as Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) or Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT), is a gentle, relaxing form of massage that helps the body's lymphatic system get moving again while reinforcing immune function. It uses principles of circulation, anatomy and physiology to move lymph tissue through the body. Understanding the dynamics of this circulation and the benefits of lymph drainage massage. Lymphatic massage was made famous by Dr. Emil Vodder and his wife Astrid in 1932 who developed this method because many of their clients were recovering from colds and had swollen lymph nodes in their neck. Usually having swollen lymph nodes is a contra-indication for massage therapists(meaning massage can't be given to a client with swollen lymph nodes). The system is used to enhance the immune system functioning and also offers some of the following benefits:
Learning lymphatic massage is usually an intensive course of study and it can't be learned in a weekend workshop. See also:Articles on Lymphatic Massage Lymph Massage Armoring the Immune System By Karrie Osborn Massage and Bodywork Magazine Manual Lymphatic Drainage and its Therapeutic Benefits by Anne Willis. Positive Health Online The Benefits of Lymphatic Massage Fuel Wellness with a Healthy Lymph System By Cathy Ulrich. Massage and Bodywork Magazine Have information on this type of massage?Share your information on the history of this type of massage or some of it's uses and resources on the type of massage. What Other Visitors Have SaidClick below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
DESCRIPTION OF MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE - ARIANA INSTITUTE
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