Lymphatic drainage consists of a massage with gentle movements, maintained at a slow pace, to prevent the rupture of the lymph vessels and that aims to stimulate and facilitate the passage of lymph through the circulatory system.
Lymph is a fluid that circulates through the body cleaning the blood with impurities and performing its immune function, along with blood antibodies, however, it can accumulate excessively in tissues and in some cases can cause swelling. and wrong.
The main benefits of lymphatic drainage are
Lymphatic drainage helps reduce swelling and water retention because, through massage, it helps drain fluids and toxins into the lymph nodes, facilitating their elimination.
Water retention contributes to the formation of cellulite, by promoting the elimination of liquids, it is also possible to fight cellulite. However, it is recommended to combine other methods, so that their elimination is more effective.
Lymphatic drainage contributes to the recovery of muscle and joint injuries, as it promotes muscle toning and promotes oxygenation of tissues.
Lymphatic drainage helps reduce edema and improves blood supply, which contributes to faster tissue healing.
In addition to accelerating healing, reducing edema and increasing blood circulation favored by lymphatic drainage, it also contributes to the reduction of bruises.
Lymphatic drainage stimulates microcirculation and reduces swelling, which helps improve blood circulation, reduces the sensation of heavy legs and prevents the appearance of spider veins.
Activation of microcirculation and fluid removal favored by lymphatic drainage contributes to more efficient tissue oxygenation, as oxygen reaches cells more easily.
The lymphatic system helps the body eliminate toxins, therefore lymphatic drainage, by promoting the transport of fluids to the lymph nodes, makes this process more effective.
By reducing water retention, lymphatic drainage helps shape the body, makes the person more confident in their body, improves self-esteem and quality of life.
Lymphatic drainage promotes organized regeneration of the fibers, preventing the scar from sticking.
Lymphatic drainage should be performed by a competent professional who knows how to use the techniques correctly; usable maneuvers include circulatory movements with the fingers, circles with the thumb, pressure and gliding in the form of a bracelet, or pumping movement. performed on the whole body, or only in a treatment area, depending on the need of the person.
Manual lymphatic drainage can be helpful in removing any swelling of the face or body that may occur in a variety of situations. When the technique is performed with precision, it allows the removal of excess fluid that shows the swelling, to return it to the bloodstream, which after being filtered by the kidneys, can be eliminated in the urine.
Thus, lymphatic drainage is indicated in the following cases
Lymphatic drainage can be done with the hands or with the use of specific drainage devices, present in some offices.
Lymphatic drainage should not be performed in the presence of severe acne, grade 3 or 4, as it can worsen injuries, or when open wounds exist, as they can become infected. In addition, after plastic surgery, the technique should only be performed after the plastic surgeon’s discharge, usually after 24 or 48 hours of surgery.
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Manual lymphatic drainage is possible with a physical therapist, even in the event of cancer, and even after lymph node removal, such as breast cancer, for example.
Lymphatic drainage does not spread cancer cells, but it should be done with a specific technique, as the lymphatic system begins to function differently after the lymph nodes are removed, and the incorrectly applied technique can be harmful to the patient and cause further discomfort. Thus, if it is possible to perform lymphatic drainage in case of cancer, care should be taken in the choice of the professional, and the use of devices or presotherapy is not recommended, you cannot change its mode of action, as with the hands. .