Lymphatic Drainage (Pressotherapy)

What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

It is a type of pressure therapy that applied from the sole to the lower area of the chest by using pressurized stimulants on lymphatic points available on the human body. It accelerates the lymphatic and venous flow of the body. Thus, it drains the fluids that are accumulated between veins. It is used effectively for treatment of the edema that occurs due to various reasons and diseases.

Circulatory disorders of individuals may be eliminated by lymphatic drainage massage, a.k.a. pressotherapy. Fluids that cause edema by depositing between tissues are drained. It is applied successfully in treatment of edema and hematomas, which may occur after various surgical interventions, such as liposuction in particular. Lymphatic drainage method ensures that wastes, which the body fails to remove, are removed mechanically. Thus, various problems like edema and cellulitis may be solved healthily.

Pressotherapy procedure supports patients to get rid of edema during the weight loss period and thus, it allows the weight loss process to be more successful.

Lymphatic drainage device applies pressure from the fingertips of recipients to above. This pressure that is applied at regular intervals ensures lymphatic drainage. It produces an environmental slimming at affected area, as well as a significant tightening on subcutaneous tissues and a visible improvement in the quality of the skin. Recipients get a beautiful, healthy, tight and smooth skin. Sessions, which last in 20 minutes, are repeated 20 times in average. If this treatment is performed after an electrotherapy procedure, it also increases the success rate of electrotherapy.

Pressotherapy is very effective in body shaping. Furthermore, it contributes dramatically to the processes of individuals, who aim to lose weight by doing exercises or following diet plans. It is a treatment method that is also beneficial for swellings and leg swellings. It provides treatment for cellulitis and it feeds the skin at the same time. It optimizes skin oxidation. It makes a significant improvement in the tone of the skin.

What is Lymphatic Drainage Used For?

Lymphatic Drainage is used for the following;

• For edemas,
• For cellulitis treatment,
• As a booster in weight loss treatments,
• For decreasing toxins in the body,
• For treatment of varicosis, which occurs during pregnancy.

Who is a Good Candidate for Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

• Individuals with cellulitis and weight problems,
• Individuals with toxicant deposition problems,
• Individuals with edema problems,
• Individuals with blood circulation disorders,
• Individuals, who wish to get rid of extra weight after giving birth, and
• Individuals, who have swelling on the body, abdomen, arms and legs.
• Lymphatic Drainage Massage is not performed on diabetic patients, hypertension patients, osteoporotic patients, patients with hemorrhoids, patients with blood circulation disorders and patients with pacemakers.

How is Lymphatic Drainage Massage Performed?

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a treatment method, which is applied via drainage system by using computerized vacuum pumps. This procedure is based on an intense pressurized massage technique that is applied from toes to the waist area, even up to the neck. Lymphatic flow is stimulated with the effect of this pressurized massage mechanism.

Patients wear clothing, which ensures that they feel the effect of pressurized massage during lymphatic treatment. It is ensured that the patient rests in aforementioned clothing in lying position throughout the period of treatment. Lymphatic flow is stimulated by the heat, vibration and currents, which are transferred into the clothing during this period of rest.

Fat tissues, which compress lymph ducts, are removed from the body by stimulation of lymphatic flow. Thus, fats burn and collagens increase and regional slimming is achieved by stimulation of lymphatic flow.

No other product is used during this procedure. This massage is performed very gently and it may be repeated at all times. This unidirectional massage is performed in ascending order up to the heart.

What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage (Pressotherapy) Good For?

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is good for the following; Edema that may occur in the body after various diseases

• Cellulitis formation on legs and hip area
• Individuals aiming to lose weight
• Varicosis that may occur during pregnancy
• Toxicant deposition due to various reasons and failure to remove such toxicants etc.
• As you may see, Lymphatic Drainage is a treatment method, which supports individuals to get rid of many problems in their body.

What are the Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

The biggest benefit of this procedure is that it stimulates lymphatic circulation and increases blood circulation. Thus, oxygen is transmitted to cells more intensely and skin texture is revitalized. It stimulates the metabolism and supports weight loss to transmit more oxygen to cells.

Also, it also plays an effective role in removal of fats, which are deposited between tissues and which cause cellulitis, from the body by transferring them to the lymphatic system. Thus, a significant ratio of decrease occurs in cellulitis appearance.

How Many Sessions Do I Need for Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

The number of lymphatic drainage massage is determined after examination by a doctor. It is generally performed for 6-10 sessions. Sessions may be held weekly or biweekly. The procedure may take approximately 30-45 minutes.

Things to Consider After Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic drainage treatment has no side effects and it is also a very enjoyable and relaxing massage.

It accelerates removal of edema and toxicants from the body by urination. Therefore, it is recommended for you to drink 2 liters of water per day in minimum, and to avoid consuming salt and salty foods.

Why is it Good to Stimulate the Lymphatic System?

World Health Organization encourages everyone to have an active lifestyle. The main reason of this is to stimulate the lymphatic system. We know that a sedentary lifestyle is the main reason behind many diseases. Sports, high tempo walking and similar activities protect us from many diseases. Yet, a sedentary lifestyle and smoking etc. cause us to fail in circulation of our lymphatic circulation system, and thus, to fail in removal of toxic materials in our veins. We jeopardize our vascular health by doing so. It is very critical to stimulate the lymphatic circulation system for those, who consume alcohol and smoke and who lead a sedentary lifestyle. Thus, we may prevent blood, cardiac and vascular diseases, and may also protect our organs that are fed by blood.

Prices of Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Prices of lymphatic drainage massage vary based on the nature of the procedure, number of sessions and size of the affected area. Low-priced procedures can mean performing procedures with inappropriate devices. Therefore, quality of the procedure and experience level of the doctor are very important details.