Lymphatic Massage

.Lymphatic drainage massage relieves swelling that occurs when illness or medical treatment clogs your lymphatic system. Lymphatic massage involves gently manipulating specific areas of your body to move excess fluid buildup away from your tissues and toward working lymph vessels and lymph nodes so they can get rid of toxins in your body.

Lymphatic massage may reduce swelling in your body and make it easier for your lymph nodes to get rid of toxins. Lymphatic drainage massage benefits may include:

• Immune system support.
• Reduced fluid retention.
• Relief from neuropathy.
• Stress management.
• Glowing skin (when done as a cosmetic procedure)

For many people, lymphatic massage is a safe way to relieve lymphedema. But you should avoid it if you have:

• Blood clots.
• Cellulitis.
• Deep vein thrombosis.
• Fever.
• Heart disease.
• Infection.
• Kidney failure.
• Stroke.

Healthcare providers won’t do lymph drainage massage directly over cancerous tissue or skin that’s damaged from radiation therapy.