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MLD After Chemo Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a condition that can affect 1 out of 5 people who received treatment for breast cancer. Your lymphatic system plays an essential role in your immunity. During chemo treatment, medical professionals often have to remove lymph nodes near the cancerous region. However, this prevents lymph, a fluid in your body from circulating, increasing the risk of suffering from lymphedema. It can occur right after the chemo treatment. However, there are cases of it happening months or years after the life-saving procedure. This condition can have a significant negative impact on the quality of your life. How do you know if you have BCRL? You may notice swelling on your arm closest to where the medical professionals removed the lymph nodes during treatment.…

What is the best way to boost the lymphatic system after surgery? The best way for you to boost your lymphatic system after surgery is through a lymphatic drainage massage. It is a simple yet elegant technique that encourages the flow of lymph and toxins out of the body. Apart from that, there are some other ways to boost the lymphatic system as well. This includes mitigating stress, proper hydration, dry-brushing, a healthy diet, getting adequate sleep, exercise, and reducing toxins in products. What happens during the lymphatic drainage massage? Manual lymphatic drainage is a gentle form of massage that involves using specific motions and amount of pressure for stimulating lymph flow. The goal of the massage is to move fluid from your swollen area to an area where the…

MLD Post-Operative Massage Therapy  Body contouring procedures have been extremely popular for the past decade. With the technological advancements and a wide range of available options, people have been becoming more open to these surgeries. Some of the most common plastic surgery techniques include arm lift, liposuction, tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, etc. However, these surgeries are a big investment of money and time. So, if you are seeking out these services, you want maximum results and post-surgical support. This is where post-operative massage therapy comes into play. They can help in stimulating nutrients, oxygen, and lymph flow in order to promote cellular healing. At our mobile Massage Clinic, we have a wide range of post-operative massage therapy options that can help you recover effectively and faster after your body contouring…

Lymphatic Drainage Massage Will Boost Your Immune System The lymphatic system is an important part of the body’s immune system. With lymph nodes scattered across the body, it acts as a sewage system by flushing out fluids from the blood vessels. If this system gets damaged due to surgery or chemotherapy, fluid accumulation can cause swelling in the arms and legs. This problem can be addressed by manual massaging to encourage movement and eventual elimination. How it works? As the heart pumps blood through veins and blood vessels, the lymph nodes and system move fluids with the help of muscles in different regions. People can develop lymphedema due to infection, removal of lymph nodes and even cancer. A licensed massage therapist with experience in this area can help. Massage reduces…