Lymphatic Drainage
I am pleased to say that I now offer Lymphatic Drainage work alongside my Bowen Therapy practice.
The treatment itself is, just like Bowen, a gentle hands on treatment which can be carried out through light clothing.
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What is Lymphatic System?
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The lymphatic system is composed of several organs, fluid called lymph, lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes.
It performs three main functions:
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draining the interstitial fluid which escapes from capillaries and transporting it back to the heart
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facilitating absorption of fats from the digestive system by producing chyle
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helps the body's immune system to defend against foreign cells, microbes and cancer cells.
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Struggling lymphatic system will present itself in the form of ​
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swelling and tendernes
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constant fatigue
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brain fog
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headaches
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sinus issues
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struggling immune response​
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recurring colds
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joint stiffness​
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digestive issues
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constipation etc.
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What are the contraindications of the lymphatic system drainage:
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acute inflammation caused by antigens such as bacteria, virus, fungi, chemicals etc.
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acute allergy
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acute DVT of the legs
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untreated malignant disease, tumour recurrence, metastasis.
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