Lymphatic drainage: everything you need to know
Lymphatic drainage is not only an excellent massage against cellulite. In fact it produces multiple benefits for the health of the entire organism, restoring the correct functioning of the lymphatic system. For example it eliminates toxins and stimulates the immune and nervous system.
Two thirds of our body’s fluid is made up of water. For this reason it is important to understand the mobilization of fluid in our body.
What is the lymphatic system?
A few centuries ago, in the time of Hippocrates and Aristotle, there was talk of the existence of a human body of conduits carrying a white liquid. This liquid was attributed the name of white blood.
The lymphatic system is an open system and parallel to the circulatory system of the blood formed by: lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, lymph. In particular its function is to reabsorb substances and components that in the circulatory system can not pass. For example fat or liposoluble and large molecules.
The lymph is the result of the collection of substances and waste. At the beginning it is white and as it picks up substances and fats it turns yellow.
The lymph also has immune function. In fact in the lymph are white blood cells called lymphocytes and are responsible for cleaning and purifying waste. In the lymph nodes there are the large purifiers where the T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes are located. Here foreign particles are eliminated thanks to phagocytosis or cytokines that are responsible for destroying pathogens.
Lymphatic drainage massage for cellulite
It is one of the most effective anti-cellulite treatments to eliminate swelling and fluid retention. It is ideal for those who are still at an early stage of the problem.
Cellulite is often the result of severe fluid stagnation.
Thanks to the lymphatic drainage massage it is possible to solve this problem quickly, freeing the occluded lymph nodes and facilitating the flow of liquids to the main nodes.
The lymphatic drainage massage is recognized as a very effective cellulite treatment.
How a lymphatic drainage massage is performed
Although people are getting increasingly fashionable, they do not know how this massage works.
The technique of manual lymphatic drainage begins by opening the “drainage” zone, that is, by draining the neck and terminus lymph nodes.
The effect is to remove the drain plug so that the lymph can flow more quickly and easily into the bloodstream. Thus, liquids and molecules that are not necessary go through the body’s filters and are eliminated.
After draining the area of the neck goes to the affected area or where there is fluid retention. Consequently, it will flow more easily.
This massage activates the lymphatic system during 2 or 3 days, eliminating and purifying everything that the body does not need.
It is performed with a soft and light touch on the surface of the skin, mobilizing the superficial lymph of the skin at specific points to take it to the main areas of “drainage”. This lymph ends up coming back to the blood by “terminus“, the end of the path of the lymphatic system and where it goes back into the bloodstream.
Lymphatic drainage also favors recovery after surgery. In a few words it drains the bruises and helps them to disappear quickly. It also helps reduce inflammation easily for quick recovery.
Cosmetic surgeons almost always recommend it, in treatments such as liposuction, liposculpture, facial cosmetic surgery and others.
A little history
The original technique was described by Dr. Vodder in the 30s. Dr. Vodder addressed pathologies related to the respiratory system. After seeing the improvements and rapidity with which his patients evolved after receiving this treatment, he applied it to other parts of the body.
Dr. Vodder proved the important benefits that the DLM produced on the body, especially in the immune and nervous system. At the same time he observed the effect on the tissues of the body helping to detoxify it. Thanks to him now we have one of the best and most effective techniques to heal the body.
