Manual Lymph DrainageManual Lymph Drainage is a type of connective tissue massage developed by Dr. Emil Vodder and his wife Astrid, in 1932. This type of massage is specifically for the lymphatic system which consists of the lymph glands,nodes, vessels as well as the spleen , thymus and tonsils. The lymph system carries away waste from normal cellular metabolism and cleans it and returns it to the cardiovascular system. The fluid is moved through the system with the help of muscular contractions, intestinal movements and breathing. There are over 600 lymph nodes that are involved in the process of immunity for the body. More info on Manual Lymphatic Drainage Add Your Story or Info about Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage I had read somewhere (source unknown) previously that the method was supposedly developed as a result of seeing two massage therapists who were working in Cannes in France. Most of their clients were on vacation and they had colds from the bad weather in England. The Vodder's thought that the lymph nodes needed stimulation to heal and they worked for a few years developing their method. From other sources such as the Vodder School Website they did not mention this part of the story and just referred to the studies that Dr. Vodder and his wife were pursuing at the time. They say this about the history of Manual Lymphatic Drainage: In a large anatomical atlas Vodder found a collection of wonderful copper engravings by the anatomist SAPPEY (Description et iconographie des vaisseaux lymphatique concideres chez l’homme et de les vertebres, Paris 1885). These engravings were the fundamental basis for a systematic and clear working method, which Emil Vodder elaborated by intuition and many practical treatments. A completely new manual technique was necessary which was performed with pumping, circling movements and a very light pressure in order to avoid hyperemia under all circumstances. Manual Lymph Drainage works to support the immune system, reduces edema, and promotes deep relaxation. The Vodder School International lists these benefits of manual lymphatic drainage on their website:
There has been a fair amount of research on manual lymphatic drainage further supporting it's role in healing. You can find a list of the latest research on the www.vodderschool.com website. In general, most types of massage create movement in the lymphatic system. There are also different versions of this method that are in different areas of the world. Ayurvedic, a method of healing in India uses lymphatic drainage as well as Huna in Hawaii. Bruno Chikly, MD, DO developed Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) based on the traditional knowledge of osteopath E Miller, FP Millard, and Emil Vodder. LDT combines precise anatomical and physiological knowledge with techniques of direct listening that enable practitioners to very effectively stimulate the lymphatic flow. He also developed Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM). It is somewhat a breakthrough in the field of lymph drainage because trained practitioners can identify the specific direction of a patient's deep or superficial lymphatic circulation using only their hands. See also:Notes on lymphatic System at www.thebodyworker.com Have information on this type of massage?Share your information on this type of massage or some of it's uses and resources for learning or about receiving this type of massage. How has it made a difference in your life? What Other Visitors Have SaidClick below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
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