For breast cancer survivors and other cancer patients Lymphatic massage (MLD) is recommended by surgeons for pre and postoperative care especially in Europe where MLD has been integrated into the medical protocols. I have found that patients who use lymphatic massage find that they are much happier with their recovery. They experience less pain and swelling~ improving their ability to manage their symptoms at home. Flushes and promotes lymphatic fluid movement Reduces congestion Promotes scar tissue repair Repairs fibrotic tissue Gentle and Rhythmic touch Customized to your needs Prevention: Edema and Lymphedema management Reduces stress through deep relaxation Decreases bloating Supports a healthy immune system

We all have accumulated scars either from our childhood or from surgeries or burns. Once healed over, scar tissue is often ignored but sometimes we are left with the subtle sensations of pain or numbness in the area of the scar, a calloused fibrotic tissue may have formed, and often these can be related to a chronic discomfort or even imbalances in structure and circulation. Surprisingly we may not be aware of the cumulative tension that this may be causing to our body’s harmony and flow. Lymph fluid cannot move through scars and hardened (fibrotic/keloid) areas, whether the cause was surgery, radiation, or lymphedema. For example, a patient of mine was struggling with chronic hip and abdominal pain. After just one session where we focused on her C-section scar (from 20 years ago), she felt relief and subsequently her chiropractic adjustments began to hold better. You may be familiar and even disappointed with a more aggressive approach to treating scar tissue. However, I know through repeated success with individualized protocols for my patients that the Manual Lymph Drainage Massage (MLD) is a relaxing technique that gently encourages the fascia or connective tissue to “unwind”. Do you have scars that may be affecting your overall health? MLD is highly effective at softening scar tissue and even reversing severe scarring from burns in most areas.

Relieving Constipation Symptoms with Abdominal Acupressure & Lymphatic Massage What is it? I massage on your squishy belly with gentle and rhythmic strokes in a clockwise motion to mimic how our intestines move food around our colon. This process, technically known as peristalsis, is comfortable and easy to receive. You can do this at home as it is easy to learn. When you engage in this home care, you continue to reinforce the positive results by consistently reawakening the natural process of elimination. AHHHH… How does it work? Regular support for your digestive system through professional and self-care helps to re-educate the colon to be more effective, relaxed, and resilient. Research According to an article in the Journal of Advanced Nursing (August 2010), abdominal massage appears to diminish the severity of gas and bloating and may be a cost-effective, long-term tool for managing constipation. In my practice of acupressure and lymphatic massage, patients report back to me about the positive results of both the professional massage I give and the home techniques I teach.