Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a type of gentle massage which encourages the natural circulation of the lymph through the body. The lymph system depends on peristalsis and the movement of skeletal muscles to squeeze fluid through lymph ducts and vessels.
MLD according to Dr. Vodder is an advanced therapy in which the
practitioner uses a range of specialized and gentle rhythmic pumping techniques
to move the skin in the direction of the lymph flow.
BENEFITS of Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Relieves fluid congestion, e.g. swollen ankles, tired puffy eyes, swollen legs during pregnancy, swellings after trauma and surgery
- Can improve chronic conditions, e.g. sinusitis, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, acne and other skin conditions
- May strengthen the immune system and help with the reduction of allergic reactions (eg. hayfever)
- Promotes the healing of fractures, torn ligaments and sprains and lessens the pain
- Promotes healing of wounds and burns and improves the appearance old scars
- Minimizes or reduces stretch marks
- Is preventative and remedial
LINKS: www.mfbewley.org.uk/mld.htm
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Benefits of Massage
Stimulation to the blood supply, allowing toxins in the
muscles to be removed
Calming of the peripheral nervous system to ease pain
and discomfort
Toning and relaxing of muscles to improve joint
mobility
Improvement to the health of the cells, the repairing of tissues,
and the easing of stiffness and tension
Other Massage Techniques/Specialties
Deep Tissue
Trigger Point Therapy
Myofascial
Release
Pregnancy Massage