What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) massage?
This is a light rhythmic relaxing, repetitive massage that decreases swelling and relieves pain due to injuries or post surgery. I have been trained in the “Vodder” method of manual lymphatic drainage massage from Austria. The purpose of this therapy is to move the swelling towards the lymph nodes in the body to drain back in to the body, which in turn is excreted through the urinary system. This light, gentle massage is done in a defined direction to increase lymphatic drainage and to decrease the viscosity of the lymph, and to increase the rate of circulation. What is lymph? The lymphatic system of the body is an alternative circulatory system, separate from the blood stream, that carries nutrients to the cells, removes toxins, and transports white blood cells, antibodies, large proteins and hormones. The lymphatic system is mobilized by muscle movement. It’s purpose is help in healing. The lymph fluid is filtered by lymph nodes found all over the body. Your face drains to the neck,
