Lymphatic Massage

Lymphatic 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

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