Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a type of massage developed to move lymph fluid and is great for detoxification. It relieves swelling that happens post-op or lymph blockage as result of an illness. Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymph system has no pump. It relies on the muscle movement in the body and movement of blood through the larger cardio vessels to push lymph along. In the course of a day, 3 to 4 quarts of fluid travels through the lymphatic system. With a Lymphatic Drainage Massage 20 plus quarts are moved! That's a BIG DEAL! This is good for the immune system and can improve quality of life for many health issues such as Lymphedema. Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a light, gentle modality that targets a specific areas to work in sync with the vessels of the lymphatic system.
Swedish massage is a gliding, kneading style of manual therapy that promotes relaxation and stress relief. It has many health benefits such as decreasing blood pressure and decreasing stress, and just overall improved health. It may also help with the reduction of symptoms of depression and anxiety. Other symptoms managed with Swedish massage are headaches, back pain, muscle aches and other chronic pains.
