MLD
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
What is MLD ?
MLD is a specialised massage treatment, where the technique used gently pumps the lymph towards to lymph nodes, increasing the flow of lymph, and therefore speeding up the natural waste process in the body by 20 times.
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Unlike the circulation of the blood, the lymphatic system has no pumping mechanism. It relies on muscular movement and breathing to assist the flow of lymph fluid.
The lymphatic system can become very sluggish leading to puffiness, bloating, low immunity and frequent infections.
Exercise and diet play an important role as prevention.
What is Lymph ?
The lymphatic system is made up of lymph nodes and lymph vessels that drain fluids from your body’s tissues.
The fluids carry toxins, immune cells, and waste products to your lymph nodes. Lymph vessels help maintain fluid balance in the body by returning filtered lymph fluid back to the bloodstream.
A poorly working lymphatic system causes tissues to become swollen with fluid. This is called lymphedema. It commonly results in swelling in your arms or legs. Other parts of the body can be affected, too.
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You can be born with a lymphatic problem that causes lymphedema. This is called hereditary or primary lymphedema. It can also result from a variety of complex genetic conditions.
You can also develop lymphedema from a disease complication or injury. This is called secondary lymphedema. It’s a common side effect of cancer treatment.
Used as Treatment for:
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Primary Lymphoedema
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Secondary Lymphoedema
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Lipoedema
