Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fluids around the body to maintain blood circulation, fluid balance, and immune functions. The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from body tissues. Some health conditions can cause lymph fluid to build up. Lymphatic massage aims to improve the flow of lymph fluid, which should reduce swelling.Massaging an area without swelling will make space for fluid to flow to those parts from more congested areas.
Studies have found that lymphatic drainage massage may be beneficial for the following:
Rheumatoid arthritis – lymphatic massage can help with tissue swelling, pain and loss of function in the joints, and skin colour changes.
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) - valves or walls of leg veins don't work correctly which makes it hard for the blood to flow back to the heart. Lymphatic massage can make the femoral artery (in thigh) perform betterafter treatment, providing relief from pain and swelling. However, it's unclear how long this impact lasts.
Fibromyalgia - causes inflammation of the skin nerves, discoloration of the skin, and tissue swelling. The massage has been shown to be better than connective tissue massage in treating depression, stiffness, and improving quality of life.
People can also boost their lymphatic system function and help remove more waste from the body by: [1] drinking water, [2] physical activity, [3] eating vegetables and fruits, and [4] limiting processed foods.
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