LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE THERAPY: Face and
Neck
The lymphatic system is the frontline in the
body's defense mechanism. It filters out disease causing
microorganisms, distributes fluids and nutrients in the body, and
drains excess fluids so that tissues do not swell up. The lymphatic
system support all other systems in the body include the immune
system. Lymphatic drainage massage is based on the natural
structures and the flow of lymph. This massage is designed to
promote the natural lymphatic flow & proper function of this
critical system.
Expert massage therapist and instructor, Meade
Steadman, demonstrates step-by-step how to provide manual lymphatic
drainage massage on the face and neck. He shows the strokes used in
lymphatic massage and demonstrates a routine for providing manual
lymphatic drainage to promote lymphatic flow and the proper function
of this critical system. He also discusses the lymphatic system in
detail (including the lymph vessels, organs, and nodes), lymphatic
flow, the benefits and contraindications of lymphatic massage, and
post-treatment recommendations. These techniques can increase lymph
flow by as much as 20 percent.
1 HRS. 2 MINS.
