Lymph Drainage Massage

Lymph Drainage for Medical Conditions

This is a form of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fluids within the body. Excess lymph is naturally routed to the bladder for elimination. A reduction in the tight feeling associated with excess fluid can be expected as a result. MLD is also a preventative measure for cancer patients.
MLD for cancer, lymphedema, fibromyalgia and more are scheduled with Kirsten Pokelsek who is a certified lymphatic drainage massage therapist. A treatment plan will be mutually determined after your first session.
Post-Surgical Lymph Drainage

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) can reduce swelling to allow for wound healing, increased motion of the joint, decreased healing time, decreased pain, and improved function. If elevation, ice, exercise or medication does not reduce your swelling MLD is worth considering.
Treatments are typically 2-3 times a week for 2 to 4 weeks. Compression is imperative to maintain the results of the decreased swelling between sessions. This may include bandaging or graduated compression socks.
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Immune Boost Lymph Drainage

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a gentle detox therapy that drains excess fluid from the body to improve overall functioning of the lymphatic (immune) system.
The end result of MLD is a general detoxification of the lymphatic system, unblocking lymphatic channels, a release of energy, and a sensation of general wellbeing.

Per the Cleveland Clinic

What is a lymphatic drainage massage used for?

Lymphatic drainage massage, also known as manual lymphatic drainage, is a gentle form of massage used to relieve painful swelling in your arms and legs caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema often affects people recovering from breast cancer surgery.

Lymphedema happens when your tissues retain fluid left behind after your cardiovascular system sends blood to your tissues and organs.

The remaining fluid is called lymph. Normally, your lymphatic system collects your lymph and returns it to your heart via a network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes. When something disrupts your lymphatic system's process, lymph collects in your arms and legs, making them swell.

A massage therapist uses lymphatic drainage massage techniques to move lymph from your tissues to your lymph nodes, which eases the swelling in your tissues.

What are some conditions that can benefit from lymphatic drainage massage?

Lymphatic drainage massages are often used to relieve lymphedema following breast cancer surgery. Other conditions that benefit from lymphatic drainage massages are:

Rheumatoid arthritis: This is ongoing arthritis in your joints causing joint pain, swelling and stiffness.
Fibromyalgia: This condition causes chronic muscle and joint pain.
Chronic venous insufficiency: This happens when your leg veins aren't working effectively, making it hard for your blood to return to your heart from your legs.
Lipedema: This happens when excess fat accumulates in your lower body, blocking your lymphatic pathway and causing lymphedema.

Are there any risks associated with lymphatic drainage massage?

Generally speaking, lymphatic drainage massage is a safe treatment to relieve lymphedema. There are some conditions and circumstances where lymphatic drainage massage is not recommended:

You have a heart condition.
You have kidney failure.
You have blood clots.
You have an infection.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you’re concerned your physical health might be affected by lymphatic drainage massage.