Lymphatic drainage massage of legs, thighs, abdomen for lymphostasis, varicose veins, edema, varicose veins, pregnancy. Technique, how to do it yourself

Lymphatic drainage massage is used to improve lymph flow, which is necessary to eliminate fluid stagnation in tissues, increase immunity and generally cleanse the body of toxins and waste.

Clinical practice has proven the high therapeutic and cosmetic effect of lymphatic drainage massage and its beneficial effects on the entire body. Massage activates lymph flow and improves blood supply to tissues. This, in turn, improves skin nutrition and restores its structure.

Lymphatic drainage massage is a good prevention of varicose veins, normalizes water-salt balance and helps fight cellulite, swelling and excess weight. It promotes the breakdown of fat cells, the removal of metabolic products and the activation of metabolism in tissues.

What is lymphatic drainage massage

Lymphatic drainage massage is a manual or hardware effect on the body and face in order to restore lymphatic drainage.

Do you know what lymph is and why its unhindered flow is so important?

Lymph is a liquid that permeates our entire body along with blood. If the blood delivers nutrients and oxygen to the cells, then with the lymph everything unnecessary and harmful is “pumped out” from them: pathogenic microorganisms, toxins, waste products, end products of decay.

If the movement of lymph is disrupted, it accumulates in the body along with all the “garbage”. Due to its stagnation, toxins poison the body, the immune system weakens, and metabolism is disrupted. We feel a loss of strength and are constantly sick.

Externally this manifests itself in swelling. A bloated and flabby face with nasolabial lips and a double chin, a large belly, massive arms, “elephant” legs - all this is a consequence of stagnation of tissue fluid. It lingered between the cells instead of going through the channels of the lymphatic system for cleaning and partial utilization.

But you can give an impetus to the movement of lymph and remove obstacles in its path with the help of lymphatic drainage massage. It is done in the direction of lymph flow. What route is this? From bottom to top and from the periphery to the center. From the tips of the fingers and toes - to the area around the collarbones, where all the lymph collected throughout the body (already purified) flows into the neck veins, thus returning to the bloodstream.

Lymphatic drainage massage restores vascular patency, relieves spasms, and normalizes the activity of lymph nodes. And the lymph begins to flow uninterruptedly along its “transport routes.”

Manual lymphatic drainage

There are three types of manual lymphatic drainage massage technique based on penetration strength:

1. Superficial – affects the capillaries responsible for collecting fluid. Suitable for solving cosmetic problems, tightens the skin, makes it smoother. The technique involves light circular stroking of the legs, starting from the feet and gradually rising to the hips, with slight pressure on the muscle tissue.
2. Deep - affects the lymph vessels responsible for removing excess fluid. It is used to treat various diseases of the limbs, promotes weight loss and figure correction. The technique involves a more intense effect on problem areas, stimulating the deeper layers of muscle tissue.
3. Interior – affects the lymph nodes. Allows you to restore their functionality, ensuring the health of the body as a whole.

For a home session, the first type of massage is best suited; it is the safest and does not require special knowledge of human anatomy. Deep and internal - it is better to entrust it to specialists.

Structure of the lymphatic system

In terms of importance and complexity of the device, the lymphatic system is comparable to the circulatory system. Almost every cell of our body is connected to the mechanism for “transporting” lymph.

What route does the intercellular fluid with all its toxins and breakdown products have to take?

• Lymphatic capillaries.
  Permeates almost the entire body. They absorb tissue fluid through their thin walls, and it flows into the lymph flow and becomes lymph.
• Lymphatic vessels.
  These are already larger channels into which multiple capillaries flow. The vessels are located approximately every half centimeter.
• The lymph nodes.
  Vessels lead to them, and here the lymph is cleared of harmful agents and enriched with antibodies. The nodes are located in groups in all parts of the body (except the back) and near important internal organs. Their location is in the area of ​​the ears, lower jaw, collarbones, armpits, mammary glands, groin, knees, etc.
• Lymphatic trunks and ducts.
  Lymph enters them after passing through the “settlement” nodes. There are only 6 trunks and ducts in our body. They lead to the venous bed in the area of ​​the collarbones, where lymph flows into the circulatory system.

Unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system is not closed, and it does not have its own “pump” organ like the heart. Lymph is driven by the work of our diaphragm (breathing) and muscle contraction.

Microcurrents

Hardware lymphatic drainage with microcurrents is a superficial procedure. Light electrical impulses affect the lymphatic vessels, evenly squeezing them, which has a beneficial effect on the movement of lymph.

The procedure also causes muscles to contract, which helps tighten the skin and restore their tone. In addition, microcurrents affect the nervous and other systems of the body, healing them.

Advantages of this procedure:

• suitable for thin and sensitive skin;
• trains small vessels and capillaries;
• smoothes and moisturizes the epidermis;
• has a calming effect.

Microcurrent massage has additional contraindications:

• presence of a pacemaker;
• heart diseases;
• suffering a heart attack or stroke;
• the presence of metal implants in the problem area.

The essence of microcurrent massage: the working area is lubricated with a special gel that allows electrical impulses to be carried out, and two electrodes are installed - with positive and negative charges. The first remains in place, and the second moves in the direction of the lymphatic flow.

For therapeutic purposes, medications are additionally applied to the problem area, which, under the influence of microcurrents, penetrate into the deep layers of the epidermis.

The session lasts 10–15 minutes. The number of procedures is determined by a specialist, but there cannot be less than 5.

Should you do lymphatic drainage foot massage?

Most of us have feet that are prone to swelling. To disrupt the outflow of lymph from the lower extremities, just some trifle is enough. For example, you just sat cross-legged, and these are already compressed popliteal nodes and swollen ankles and shins.

We are not even talking about pathological conditions when there are medical indications for lymphatic drainage massage of the legs. We look only at our everyday life. And it turns out that the factors that impede the outflow of fluid from the legs lie in wait for us “at every step” (in the literal and figurative sense of the word), and are part of our life.

Here is an incomplete list of what leads to lymph stagnation in the lower extremities:

• a pose that restricts the movement of lymph (legs crossed, legs tucked, etc.),
• uncomfortable shoes, heels,
• tight jeans,
• sleeping in a monotonous and uncomfortable position,
• heat,
• standing on your feet for a long time (you need to lie with your feet up for at least 30 minutes a day to allow the lymph to “drain”),
• long trips in which we sit for several hours.

It also matters what you eat, how much water you drink (you need to consume at least 2 liters to ensure lymph flow), what state your psyche is in, what your hormones are like, etc.

Therefore, lymphatic drainage foot massage will be useful for everyone. Even if you don’t currently have problems with lymph, you will strengthen capillaries and blood vessels and protect yourself from disruptions in the functioning of the lymph system.

And when the legs are already swelling, lymphatic drainage massage is a must-have program. Even if swelling is rare and mild (sock marks are visible), the lymphatic system itself will not improve its functioning, the problem will only grow. To avoid turning into an elephant woman, you should start helping your lymph now.

You can find the best lymphatic drainage techniques in the “Grow Up” marathon from MelAnnett.

What are the benefits of performing lymphatic drainage foot massage?

Lymphatic drainage massage of the legs will restore the movement of lymph. But this is not his only merit. After all, at the same time there is also a positive impact on:

• blood capillaries
  - they become stronger, their network expands, the blood creates new channels for itself,
• skin
  – metabolic processes are accelerated, tissue trophism (nutrition) is activated, the production of collagen and elastin is improved, sticky protein fibers are “loosened”,
• subcutaneous fat
  – fat is melted, connective tissue partitions soften (when they are rough, this is expressed in cellulite),
• muscles
  – spasms are relieved, healthy tone is restored.

The effect of lymphatic drainage foot massage will be exactly:

• Swelling and extra centimeters will go away.
• You will get slender legs with graceful ankles and fit into your old jeans.
• The quality of the skin will improve, it will tighten, and the microrelief will even out.
• Stretch marks will shrink and disappear completely.
• Pigment spots will be erased.
• Say goodbye to the “orange peel.”
• You will defeat the beginning of varicose veins, you will make the already pronounced vascular network less noticeable (massage is not used if the veins are bulging, there are lumps and dense formations).
• You will no longer be tormented by the feeling of heaviness, discomfort, pain in your legs.

And it is also beneficial for the whole body. We drove away toxins, strengthened the immune system, achieved health and improved well-being in general.

What can pressotherapy do?

Pressotherapy is recommended for use for the following problems:

• swelling;
• heaviness in the legs, restless legs syndrome;
• lymphostasis;
• excess volume of body parts.

Pressotherapy with infrared irradiation is an ideal option for the prevention and reduction of cellulite, either alone or in combination with other types of treatment.

The best result is obtained by a combination of lipolytic injections and pressotherapy with infrared exposure!

It is recommended to carry out the procedure in a course. As treatment progresses, the “orange peel” effect gradually decreases, visible superficial vessels disappear, volumes decrease, and the skin becomes firmer, smoother and more attractive.

Lymphatic drainage massage is a necessary measure after any body contouring procedure. It will help you get back into shape faster.

Pressotherapy is significantly more effective compared to compression clothing, such as anti-cellulite tights, corsets and socks. The fact is that clothing provides soft static compression, while pressotherapy is a dynamic massage.

In addition to the fact that the procedure has an amazing cosmetic and therapeutic effect, it has many advantages:

• it is completely safe;
• one session of pressotherapy can replace 10 sessions of manual massage!
• it is suitable for any age and gender;
• There is no need to take any medications or give injections.

This is why pressotherapy is gaining more and more popularity. In our clinic it is known under the eloquent name “Body Fitness”.

Modern types of lymphatic drainage massage

Lymphatic drainage massage can be performed using hands, salon devices and simple massagers.

1. Manual massage.
   It can be superficial (capillaries and small vessels are treated) or deep (the effect also affects the lymph nodes, fat cells are broken down).
2. Hardware massage.
   Done in the salon. There are different types:
   Vacuum.
   A vacuum pump is used. The effect of vacuum can be combined with a laser (laser-vacuum massage) or a roller (vacuum-roller massage: the nozzle creates a vacuum, and the roller inside it additionally massages the area captured by the device).
3. Pressotherapy.
   Special pants or boots are put on, which are inflated with air and compress the problem area.
4. Microcurrents.
   The legs are lubricated with a special solution, electrodes are attached to them, which release a pulsed current.
5. Simple massagers.
   Lymphatic drainage massage of the legs can be performed independently at home. Vacuum cans and a dry brush are best for this. They are simple and convenient to work with.

   Both the jar and the brush are good at removing excess water, removing stagnation, melting fat, activating blood circulation and metabolism, tightening the skin, fighting cellulite, stretch marks, and spider veins.

   Due to the vacuum, the jar gives a deeper effect (the pressure difference in the tissues works), but the brush completely removes dead epidermal cells, triggering skin renewal.

   The costs for such a massager are minimal and cannot be compared with expensive salon procedures.

   A wonderful Beauty365 natural bristle brush (hard cactus or soft boar) or a set of Beauty365 rubber MIRACLE cans will cost less than 1 thousand rubles (if you get a promotion on the website www.beauty365.ru).

Advantages of the procedure at ART-Clinic

Online consultations for patients from the regions

A team of highly qualified specialists with extensive experience

Modern minimally invasive techniques of operations and reconstructions

Affordable prices, promotions, discounts, installments

Lymphatic drainage massage at ART-Clinic is performed by an experienced and highly qualified specialist with deep knowledge of anatomy and physiology. This approach and, accordingly, the correct massage technique determine its therapeutic effect and eliminate the occurrence of side effects.

Sign up for a consultation at the ART Clinic by calling 8 800 500 42 32 (toll-free within Russia) or using a special form.

Contraindications for performing lymphatic drainage massage of the legs

Lymphatic drainage foot massage can be performed by almost everyone.

Legs are a part of the body that is relatively resistant to mechanical stress. There are no threats to internal organs or the brain. For example, unlike the abdomen, the legs can be massaged both for pregnant women and for those who have diseases of the reproductive system, umbilical hernia, kidney stones, etc.

Unless the legs have such a feature as a tendency to varicose veins, and this imposes some restrictions.

What to do if you have varicose veins? Can I do lymphatic drainage massage or not? There is no clear opinion here. Some doctors prohibit the procedure, while others, on the contrary, advise it. In a number of clinics, lymphatic drainage massage is prescribed as a means of getting rid of varicose veins.

MelAnnett has proven from personal experience that lymphatic drainage massage with vacuum cups helps reduce the vascular network.

The advice for those suffering from varicose veins is this: consider the degree of damage.

• If you have stages 1 and 2 (legs swell, spider veins are visible, but they do not protrude beyond the skin level), then lymphatic drainage, including cupping, is worth a try. Start with light and short procedures and monitor the reaction of the blood vessels (bruises are acceptable). Gradually increase the impact.
• In the 3rd stage of varicose veins (veins bulge, lumps and lumps form), lymphatic drainage massage is not allowed.

All contraindications to lymphatic drainage massage of the legs can be divided into:

• absolute
  - they can never be violated;
• temporary
  - it will be possible to do a massage when the pathology disappears;
• local
  - they impose restrictions only on the legs, while other parts of the body can be massaged if they are not affected by the same problems.

Description of the technique

The peculiarity of the massage is soft wave-like movements carried out along the lymph flow to the lymphatic vessels.
How long the course of leg lymphatic drainage will be is calculated individually for each client, taking into account the severity of the problem. To prevent a particular disease that can be caused by lymphostasis, in most cases about ten to twelve sessions are performed. One session is scheduled every two days. To prevent varicose veins, lymphatic drainage of the legs is recommended approximately once every five to seven days.

Absolute contraindications

• Diseases of the blood, heart, blood vessels: hemophilia, thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, aneurysm, heart valve defects, acute myocardial ischemia, severe sclerosis of cerebral vessels and some others.
• Renal, hepatic, pulmonary-heart failure.
• Serious mental illness.
• Pathologies of the lymphatic system.
• Diabetes.
• Active tuberculosis.
• Osteomyelitis (inflammation of the bone marrow).
• AIDS.
• Cancer, gangrene and other severe pathologies.

How to prepare for a lymphatic drainage foot massage

1. Drink clean water all day, at least 2 liters. It is needed to disperse lymph and remove toxins. Immediately before the procedure, drink 1 glass of water to restore the water-salt balance.
2. Warm up before your massage. Take a hot shower or bath. It is ideal to perform the procedure after a bath or sauna.
3. Do I need to apply any product to my feet? It all depends on what you will be working with – vacuum cans or a dry brush.

• Before vacuuming, treat your legs (+ buttocks) with oil or squalane so that the cans slide easily.
  Choose natural remedies, they have the most benefits. Great options are Beauty365 Squalane (Sugar Cane), Beauty365 Camellia Sasanqua Oil, Beauty365 Coconut Oil. Look for them at www.beauty365.ru.
• Perform massage with a brush on clean and dry skin, without pre-treating it with anything.