All about lymphatic drainage

July 06, 2020

Lymphatic drainage is a technique of massage that assists the body in the letting go of buildup that can effect the immune and circulatory systems.

What is Lymph and the Lymphatic System?

Lymph

Lypmh is an off white colored substance that carries the white blood cells in the body.  This thin fluid stores many things.  It holds proteins, minerals and nutrients. It can also hold damaged cells and assist with flushing them out of the body before they enter the tissues.

The lymphatic system

The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels, lymphatic nodes, and two collecting ducts.

When this system is stagnate the obstruction may cause inflammation, scar tissue, and other signs of congestion.

The benefits of lymphatic drainage massage

The skin may display increased signs of sensitivity, redness, water retention when the lymphatic system is blocked.

Lymphatic drainage massage is a light form of massage that assists with removing blockages in the lymphatic system.  This massage is helpful before surgeries, and a few weeks after surgery.  Lymphatic drainage massage assists with the bodies healing process, and assists with boosting the immune system.

For #detoxifyJuly you can add lymphatic drainage massage to any facial complementary.  Schedule your facial today to take advantage of this offer.