Lymphatic Drainage Therapy offers several advantages, from helping your body heal after surgery to improving your immune system. Here is a valuable insight into the procedure, its benefits, and tips to best prepare and cope with it.
In the human body, lymph fluid has the role of carrying toxins away from the tissues and helping to fight infection. Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage helps to improve the flow of lymph fluid in the body.
Benefits of Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage
It benefits people who:
- Have cancer, primary lymphedema, secondary lymphedema, or other conditions that affect the lymph system.
- Recent surgery, recovering from an injury, or are experiencing swelling
- A weakened immune system
- Experience stress or anxiety
Lymphatic drainage aims to improve the flow of lymph fluid, which should:
- Reduce swelling
- Improve circulation
- Alleviate pain and discomfort
- Prevent risk of infection
- Enhance healing after surgery or injury
- Improve skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis
- Reduce stress and anxiety levels
- Help improve sleep quality
- Strengthen immune system
- Relaxation
- Improve digestion
Pressotherapy can also help to reduce the appearance of scars.
How do you know if you need lymphatic drainage?
A medical professional can assess whether you would benefit from lymphatic drainage. They will consider your medical history and any symptoms you are experiencing. If they think this could be helpful, they may recommend a course of treatment.
Before having lymphatic drainage, it is essential to tell the therapist if you:
- Had recent surgery
- Are Pregnant
- Diagnosed with a heart condition
- Have cancer
- Have lymphedema
It is also essential to let the therapist know if you are taking any medication this could affect the treatment.
Healing process
Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle treatment. Most feel relaxed and refreshed after lymphatic drainage. However, some people may feel dizzy or lightheaded. If this occurs, rest for a few minutes and then slowly getting up might do the trick.
Tips to best prepare for a session
Before:
- Wear comfortable, loose clothing.
- Avoid eating a large meal before the treatment.
After:
- Avoid physical activities and heat immediately after the treatment.
- It is recommended that a steam bath is avoided for at least 24 hours after treatment.
- You may also be advised to avoid caffeine and alcohol for 24 hours after the treatment.
Lymphatic drainage helps reduce swelling by removing excess fluid from the body. It can be helpful after surgery to reduce pain, and help the healing process by carrying nutrients and oxygen to cells, improving skin conditions such as eczema. It reduces the risk of infection through the drainage of toxins and can help improve digestion.
The drainage is a gentle, relaxing treatment that can help reduce stress and anxiety levels and improve sleep quality. The circulation and improved immune system function can also help to strengthen the body’s natural defenses. Relaxation is one of the best benefits of Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage, and it achieves it by reducing stress hormones.
If you are considering lymphatic drainage, or compression garments, speak to a qualified therapist to ensure it is the proper treatment.
For inquiries, please email our office at [email protected], and we will send a quick reply will be sent about your condition. If you require a personal consultation that requires an appointment, please call the office today at 416-782-5353.
