South Coast Lymphatic Clinic

What is Lymphatic drainage?

Manual lymphatic drainage is a specific massage technique that is light, rhythmical and very relaxing. Most importantly, it’s an extremely effective lymphoedema treatment.

Actions of Manual Lymphatic Drainage:

• Removes excess fluid;
• Reduces inflammation and pain;
• Activates the immune system;
• Moves fats and proteins to the nodes and lymphatic organs for processing and eventually is released via the kidneys;
• Engages the parasympathic nervous system to allow the body to heal, rest and digest.

What is the Lymphatic system?

The lymphatic system is part of the body’s immune system and works closely with the vascular system. Its role is fluid exchange, immune activation, isolation of bacteria, pathogens and foreign substances.

The lymph contains water, proteins, fats, cells and foreign substances. When the lymphatic system is functioning at is optimum, we notice no specific changes in our body, however when it is compromised, that’s when changes begin.

A compromised lymphatic system will present early with:

• slight changes to the feeling of the limb;
• the limb may feel slightly fuller or heavier;
• there may be a restriction of movement;
• clothing, shoes or jewellery may seem tighter;
• the limb aches at the end of the day.

Education and awareness are key to avoiding lymphoedema from occurring, or if it does, to treat very quickly to prevent it from getting worse.

The South Coast Lymphatic Clinic’s priority focus is to identify lymphoedema triggers and assist with lymphoedema prevention. Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage is an extremely effective lymphoedema treatment.

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