Curious about the treatment? We caught up with Flavia to give us a full rundown of the treatment everyone’s talking about…
So what exactly is lymphatic drainage?
Lymphatic drainage is a type of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fluids around the body. The lymph system is part of the body’s immune system and helps remove toxins, waste, and other unwanted materials. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to transport lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting white blood cells, throughout the body.
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Who can benefit from lymphatic drainage?
Anyone can benefit from lymphatic drainage. Those looking for a detox, speeding up blood circulation, metabolism, lymphatic system; those feeling tired, puffy, bloated, constipated, facing menopause, PMS, hormonal imbalance and other pregnancy, postpartum and post-surgery treatments.
What are the main health benefits?
Some of the benefits of full-body lymphatic drainage include – but are not limited to – speeding up the lymphatic system and body circulation, detoxing the body, and boosting the immune and digestive systems, therefore, making you feel lighter and healthier. It also helps reduce swelling, speeds up surgical recovery, improves immunity, digestion and gut health (including decreased bloating and constipation) and, of course, boosts relaxation. No wonder it’s such an in-demand treatment RN.
It is becoming popular during pregnancy, how does this work and what are the benefits?
Lymphatic drainage is highly recommended during any time of pregnancy; however, it is most recommended after the first trimester.
It is very common to have oedemas in pregnancy because of the pressure the uterus puts on the pelvic and cava veins (those which receive blood from the inferior body parts). This slows down blood circulation, and with a slower blood flow, the pregnant woman’s body sends more water to these parts of the body, increasing the volume of liquids, which causes accumulation of fluids and swelling. Typically, the most affected areas are the legs, ankles, and feet, but arms and hands can also be affected.
Liquid retention can also occur due to hormonal alterations caused by pregnancy itself, which facilitates the absorption of sodium and leads to problems such as varicose veins and obesity due to the heat or even due to the use of tight clothing and shoes.