Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Healing bodywork in Howell, MI
The lymphatic system touches every part of our body. When we think of wellness, we think lymphatics. Our lymphatic system plays 3 major roles in our health, one of which is immunity.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) focuses on the lymphatic system. This work requires a much different style of touch from traditional massage due to the location of the lymphatic system in the body, and the purpose of the work. Where massage brings blood to the area the massage therapist is working, the focus of MLD is not to bring any fluid in and only move fluid out. The majority of the lymphatic system sits above the musculature of our body which requires the technique to be "lighter" than traditional massage. What is wonderful about this technique is that our nervous system innervates the lymphatic system, which means this work is very relaxing to receive.
An MLD session gives us the benefit of supporting overall health and wellness.
I am a Level 2 Vodder School International trained MLD therapist, at this time I am working with clients with a healthy and intact lymphatic system. I am training this summer to work with folks with Lymphedema.
