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Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual lymphatic drainage is a light, repetitive manual technique that consists of gliding, stretching, and compressing over the skin. Lymphatic drainage boosts your immune system, detoxes the body, and provides an analgesic effect. The Claro lymphatic drainage treatment focuses on opening lymphatic pathways, assisting with fluid movement, calming inflammation, and excreting toxins.
MLD may be indicated for treatment or prevention if..
You are at a high risk for lymphedema
You need prehab or rehab after or before a surgery (post-op lymphatic drainage)
You are dealing with swelling or edema
You have an autoimmune disorder or chronic inflammation
You experience chronic migraines
You experience fatigue, pain, and/or sleep disturbances from fibromyalgia
Benefits of Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Increases the parasympathetic response
Decreases swelling and water retention
Sends lymph from blocked areas to healthy tissue
Promotes an analgesic effect (i.e. pain control)
Decreases tendency of fibrotic tissue (e.g. scar tissue and cellulite)
Aids in recovery after post operative treatment
WHAT'S LYMPH GOT TO DO WITH IT?
The lymphatic system’s primary function is to absorb and transport materials throughout the body. Though it works in parallel to the circulatory system, unlike the circulatory system it is not a closed circuit with a central pump. Rather, the lymphatic system requires smooth muscle to pump lymph vessels and to run properly. At times, the smooth muscles can become overwhelmed (by toxins, etc) and the rate of lymph flow slows. When the rate of lymph flow is sluggish this can result in swelling, puffiness, and excess inflammation in the body.
Manual lymphatic drainage uses a light, repetitive technique to help the lymphatic vessels function as they should be on their own during this overwhelmed state.
Lymph is a clear to white fluid made of proteins, water, toxins, and waste products from the body’s tissues. In addition, the system produces and transports immune cells (lymphocytes, also known as B-cells and T-cells) that fight bacteria and viruses. B-cells and T-cells enter the lymph node where they nerd out a bit and become immunocompetent. Lymph fluid is normally absorbed from body tissues and moves through a series of lymph vessels. As fluid passes through the lymphatic system, it acts as a purifying system that filters out harmful material. Thus, MLD is often used as a preventive, immune boosting tool as well.