Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
What is LDT?
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
Who This Is For
Everyone has a lymphatic system and everyone can use some support. If the lymphatic system is compromised with multiple nodes removed, or tissue radiation such as during cancer treatments, a chronic progressive condition called Lymphedema can occur. Please visit our other page on Lymphedema for more information.
Immune Support
Chronic infections, cold & flu season.
Digestive Support
Crohn's disease, celiac disease, fluit retention, bloating, constipation, sluggish digestion.
Women's Health
Breast health, endometriosis, c-section/hysterectomy, hormonal fluid retention, prenatal/postnatal
Post Surgical
Joint surgery, dental work, arthroscopy, laparoscopy, abdominal surgery
Inflammatory Issues
Tendinitis, arthritis, allergies/sinus issues, lipedema
Lipedema
What is Lipedema?
Lipedema or Lipalgia is an inflammatory issue of fatty adipose connective tissue, most commonly seen in the hips, thighs and lower legs, although, arms may be affected also. Tight fascial connective tissue can make it difficult for lymph flaps to open and fluid to move. Tissue becomes congested, giving a lumpy, cottage cheese or orange peel look to skin. Tissue can be sensitive to touch, bruises easily and resists weight loss methods of diet and exercise.
Hands on lymphatic drainage, dry brushing and flat knit/seamed compression garments are recommended for treatment and management. For advanced cases, lipedema liposuction may be needed.
The Lymphatic System
How It Works
70% of lymphatic vessels are right underneath the skin. Micro-anchors run from flaps on the sides of the lymphatic vessels to the underside of the skin and surrounding structures. By gently stretching the skin, it pulls on the anchors, opening the flaps wider. This wider doorway, coupled with a pressure difference pulls fluid and debris into the vessels.
The vessels transport it to the lymph nodes where it is filtered, concentrated and absorbed. Fluid travels through multiple nodes on its journey to where the lymphatic system reconnects to the circulatory system at the blood vessels under the collar bones. The heart pumps it to the liver and kidneys where it is metabolized and excreted.
"Wellness is the result of small, wise choices made daily"
Anonymous
The Process
What To Expect
Initial Assessment
We will discuss your Health History, needs and goals. Treatment is done face up, either through clothing or sheets. Techniques are focused on the neck, underarms, abdomen and front of hips.
Follow-Up Sessions
It is recommended to have 2-4 sessions in a short time frame of 7-14 days apart. This helps keep the lymphatic system moving at an increased rate, clearing out fluid.
Maintenance Care
After 4 sessions most people move to one treatment every 4-6 weeks depending on their needs. Minimum Lymphatic tune up is recommended every 3 months or the changing of the seasons.
How We Help
We help to empower you to better know yourself, listen to your body and spirit, and find the comfort and ease to continue your journey of wellness.