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Lymphatic drainage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) involves light, rhythmical massage that aids the body in collecting and moving lymphatic fluid, which plays a key role in delivering nutrients, antibodies and other immune constituents to the tissue cells of the body and removing debris such as toxins, cell waste and dead particles which are then cleansed by clusters of lymph nodes. MLD also works on the nervous system, lowering blood pressure, reducing stress and improving sleep patterns.
The tissue fluid, or prelymph, can become static due to toxic or mucus overload, a blocked lymph passageway as a result of surgery or injury, or certain congenital problems. This leads to the puffy appearance of certain parts of the body, a slow healing process, and problems such! as allergies, headaches, sinusitis, low energy and frequent infections.
A condition for which MLD has proved to be particularly effective is oedema (water retention) and, in its more serious form, lymphoedema - severe swelling of a limb or body part - which can lead in turn to medical cellulitis. MLD is an essential element of Complex Decongestive
Therapy (CDT), which is used to treat lymphoedema and also includes exercises for the affected limb, compression bandaging, skin care and wearing compression garments.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is an advanced therapy in which the practitioner uses a range of specialised and gentle rhythmic pumping techniques to move the skin in the direction of the lymph flow. This stimulates the lymphatic vessels which carry substances ! vital to the defence of the body and removes waste products. The first visit will include a consultation during which the therapist will recommend the number and frequency of future sessions. Each session will last approximately one hour. Where appropriate the therapist will work in conjunction with your medical practitioner.
What are the benefits?
MLD is both preventative and remedial and can enhance your well being. Furthermore, MLD:
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Is deeply relaxing.
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Promotes the healing of fractures, torn ligaments, sprains and lessens pain.
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Can improve many chronic conditions: sinusitus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, acne and other skin conditions.
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May strengthen the immune system.
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Relieves fluid congestion: swollen ankles, tired puffy eyes and swollen legs due to pregnancy.
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Is an effective component of the treatment and control of lymphoedema and assists in conditions arising from venous insufficiency.
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Promotes healing of wounds and burns and improves the appearance of old scars. Minimises or reduces stretch marks.
One hour massage: 50
€
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