Lymphatic Drainage Massage Machine
Massage can have many amazing benefits and has been used for thousands of years as a holistic approach to medicine. Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of massage that has become quite popular over the years for the potential health benefits.
The Lymphatic System
The National Cancer Institute defines the lymphatic system, or lymph system, as the tissues and organs that produce, store, and carry white blood cells that fight infections and other diseases. The lymphatic system is made up of bone marrow, spleen, thymus, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels. The lymphatic vessels are spread out all through the tissue in the body and allows a clear fluid called lymph, which filters the body’s waste, to flow. The lymph vessels create a network that branches out, where the lymph fluid is squeezed through the vessels by the movement of muscles. The lymph vessels also branch through the lymph nodes. There are about 600 lymph nodes in the body, which swell up in response to infections or other conditions, and the largest lymph nodes are located in the neck, groin, and armpits.
Lymphatic Massage and Lymphatic Massage Equipment
The lymphatic system is essential for eliminating waste and toxins from the body. People can benefit from lymphatic drainage massages because it is a manual massage technique that is designed to gently move fluid around the body more effectively. A lymphatic massage can reduce swelling and improve circulation of the lymphatic system as a whole.
A lymphatic drainage massage machine can assist the massage therapist in delivering a more effective massage than a manual massage can achieve. After-all, massage therapists are human at the end of the day and are subject to becoming tired, so a machine can provide a more consistent massage all over the body. There are two different types of machines that can be used during a lymphatic drainage massage. One is a vacuum machine that creates a suction and gently lifts the skin in order to stimulate the lymph to flow better, which will help the body remove more waste and toxins.
The pressure can be adjusted according to the person’s needs and delivers that level of pressure all over the body. The second type of machine is an air pressure machine and this technique is known as pressotherapy. With this particular machine, a person is in a type of suit that is inflated by the machine, which squeezes the different parts of the body like the arms, legs, and abdomen in a rhythmic motion. This simulates a manual massage and the pressure encourages better lymphatic drainage.
Benefits of a Lymphatic Drainage Machine
Lymphatic drainage massage machines can have many benefits for the body and improve function of the lymphatic system. Some of these benefits can be:
- Stimulating better circulation and tissue repair.
- Directs and increases the flow of lymph fluid, which better breaks down toxins and waste and can be excreted from the body.
- Reduces swelling and water retention.
- Allows the immune system to more effectively do its job due to the more effective elimination of toxins.
- Reduce the appearance of cellulite.
- Promotes relaxation and mental well-being.
Diseases that Lymphatic Treatment Can Help With
For a myriad of reasons, the lymphatic system can stop working. Lymphatic drainage massage can help the body for a number of conditions. Some of the main diseases that lymphatic massage are great for are:
- Lymphedema: This occurs when there is a disruption to the normal flow of lymph and the fluid starts to build up in that area of the body, where the blockage is occurring. This typically occurs in the arms and legs and causes swelling. It can be caused by things like infections.
- Lymphadenitis: This is a health condition where the lymph nodes become swollen because of an infection caused by bacteria, a virus, or a fungus. The skin covering the lymph nodes can also become red and the node itself can be tender.
- Fibromyalgia: A condition where someone experiences pain all over the body, sleep problems, fatigue, and accompanying mental and emotional distress. People with this condition can be more sensitive to pain, which is known as abnormal pain perception processing.
Lymphatic drainage massage can also help with any swelling, skin disorders, fatigue, insomnia, stress, digestive issues, arthritis, and migraines. People should not consider this type of massage if they have congestive heart failure, blood clots, kidney problems, an infection, or circulation issues. It is always advised that anyone with known medical conditions speak with a healthcare professional before getting a lymphatic massage.
How to Prepare for Your Massage
While massages can be a nice way to relax and treat yourself, they still serve the function of helping your body to reduce pain and muscle soreness, improve circulation and energy levels, increase joint mobility, and improve injuries. Lymphatic massages specifically promote a more efficient lymphatic system, which ultimately helps the body better fight off diseases and infections. So to prepare for this type of massage you will first need to find the right person to perform the massage, especially if they are using a machine to assist them.
Look for a trained and licensed massage therapist and don’t be afraid to ask about their qualifications if you wish to. Also, be sure to stay hydrated so you do not feel sick after your massage and your body can recover faster. It’s best not to eat a big meal beforehand either. A full stomach can make a lymphatic massage a little uncomfortable. Finally, make sure to wear comfortable clothes, especially if you are not comfortable with undressing for the massage, and keep a clear schedule afterwards to be able to rest if you need to.
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