Lymphatic drainage massage Cairns stimulates the circulation of lymph fluid, assisting with the removal of wastes and toxins from the body. This form of massage can aid in the prevention of swelling, assist with bloating, and is believed to provide a boost to your immune system. It can be useful for people who have had cancer treatment, especially breast cancer, and is also a beneficial massage for a range of other people.
At Knots & Niggles Massage by Wellness Embodied, all our treatments are designed to provide real relief and positive body benefit to our clients. We use massage as a form of healing and recovery and have trained to provide effective Lymphatic drainage massage. Cairns clients can book for a treatment which is tailored specifically for their needs. To ensure maximum benefit, we provide a full body assessment prior to performing your Lymphatic drainage massage, delivering treatment where it’s most needed and beneficial.
Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a type of massage based on preliminary evidence which is hypothesised to encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart. It’s particularly helpful with fluid retention, detoxifying and believed to help boost your immunity and metabolic rate.
This is a gentle massage, performed using slow and rhythmical movements. It focusses specifically on the Lymphatic System, which is a major form of our body’s purification and wellness system.
The major role of the Lymphatic System is to collect excess fluids from our system, purify it and return it to the blood stream. A healthy Lymphatic System helps to defend against bacteria and germs that might cause illness. However, its effectiveness can impaired by certain cancer treatments and other lifestyle factors.
As the majority of lymph fluid sits very close to the skin it can be effectively manipulated by Lymphatic drainage massage. We use light movements to help drain the system, hence the name of this particular type massage.
Lymphatic drainage massage Cairns is suitable for a range of clients. It can assist with the recovery from illness, immune boosting and detoxifying. It’s particularly popular for anyone having a detox, as it supports waste elimination.
Is to deliver professional, therapeutic Lymphatic drainage massage, tailored to your specific needs and circumstances. We begin each session with a full body assessment, which is particularly important if you have had nodes removed. To assist with this, we ask that you please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your booked appointment.
Due to the placement of lymphatic nodes, in the arm pits and around the groin, we’re particularly mindful of your comfort at all times during treatment. The massage is slow, light and rhythmical. Many clients find it quite relaxing.
Lymphatic drainage massage can be very helpful at assisting with a range of conditions, including but not limited to, fluid retention, bloating and swelling, fibromyalgia, lupus and chronic fatigue syndrome. It can also be beneficial for hormonal and emotional imbalances, breast tenderness and anxiety.
Our clinics are centrally located in 2 Cairns locations: 53 Sheridan Street and 30 Scott Street (right behind Cairns Central shopping centre). There is free parking available near both. For bookings, call us on (07) 4231 9777, email admin@wellnessembodiedcairns.com or hit the Book Now button.
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