Lymphatic Drainage
Data de Criação: 2010-02-22 - Data de Alteração: 2010-02-24 11:39:00
Autor: Dr. Roberto Chacur
"Lymphatic drainage is performed with the hands of the physiotherapist. "
Lymphatic drainage is performed with the hands of the physiotherapist. It promotes the release of the lymph nodes, with a gentle pumping in specific regions of the body like armpits, neck, groin, legs and heels. The movement can be aesthetic and therapeutic. A simple technique is the smooth sliding out with your hands, with the aid of an oil or cream, into the lymphatic circulation.
Figure illustrates the lymph nodes and lymphatic circulation
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
The procedure consists of a massage performed with specific movements, smooth and slow, that directs and improves the lymphatic flow.
The main benefits of lymphatic drainage are: improved self-esteem and the blood and lymph circulation, relax the body and overall rejuvenation effect, which is not much commented.
Lymphatic drainage is a very efficient health therapy. Drainage helps reduction of cellulite and localized fat by stimulating the lymphatic circulation and also helps the body to eliminate toxins and nourish the tissues.
The procedure of MLD is indicated as complement in cellulite, localized fat, sagging, stretch marks and pre and post operative treatment.
Relaxing lymphatic drainage
Indications: facial and body before and after surgery, hypertrophic scars, stress, trauma. Benefits the disposal of waste from metabolism, decreasing the cellular tissue fibrosis; works circulatory stasis, reduce cellulite and localized fat.
For a better final result, usually are needed 6 to 10 applications, once to three times a week.
Facial application: 30/40 minutes
Body application: 50/60 minutes
Characteristics of lymphatic drainage:
• Clearance of lymph and blood vessels
• Association of stimulation and relaxation points of the digestive system and function.
• Accelerates and regulates circulatory system and kidneys.
Results of lymphatic drainage:
• Elimination of extra corporal liquid observed by increased urine output;
• Reduction of measures, due to fluid retention;
• Improves the signs of cellulite;
• Improve the functioning of the intestine;
• muscle relaxation.
