What is Lymph Drainage Therapy?

A technique developed by Bruno Chickly, MD, DO (1961) who stemmed and evolved his research from predecessors dating back to 1920.

The Lymphatic system is your immune system and your Immune system keeps you healthy. Proper function of the lymphatic system is the ability of the body to drain stagnant fluids, regenerate tissue, detoxify and filter out foreign substances from the interstitial spaces of the cells.

A soft and gentle “Hands–On” Osteopathic Manual Therapy
It is generally combined with other Osteopathic Manual Therapies

BENEFITS OF LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE THERAPY 

● Reduction of edemas (swelling)

● Relief of chronic and subacute inflammations – acne – eczema

● Immune system stimulation

● Regeneration of tissue – pre / post - surgical scars, Anti - aging effects

● Overall detoxification of the body

● Deep relaxation which assists with insomnia

● Reduction of symptoms in Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
 

Generally utilized in combination with other Osteopathic Manual Therapies such as – Cranial Therapies, Visceral Manipulation, Neural Tissue Tension, Fascial Release, Advanced Strain-Counterstrain for the Lymph Vessels and Lymph Nodes and Strain-Counterstrain for the Muscular System.

Disclaimer: This information is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any new treatment or therapy.