Lymph Node Release

How does LNR work?

Our body’s lymphatic system is what helps to remove waste and toxins from the body. It’s kind of like a built-in garbage disposal. When the pipes become clogged, that’s when fluid builds up which can cause issues in your body. Here’s where a Lymphatic Drainage session can help you “un-clog” the pipes and gently help move lymph fluids around.

The Lymph Node Release Technique stimulates the lymph nodes, pushing the lymph towards the heart. This movement encourages the lymph to return to the bloodstream, which is then filtered by the kidneys and flushed out via urination.

Possible benefits from Lymphatic Drainage?

Detoxification
Reduction of Swelling
Boosts Digestion
Reduces Bloating and Constipation
Reduces Water Retention
Reduces Lymphedema
Boosts Immune System
Improves Metabolism and Circulation
Reduces Cellulite
Relieves Achy Legs

Here’s what you can expect when getting a Lymphatic Drainage:

Lymphatic Drainage has some similarities as well as some differences when compared to other bodywork modalities.

Let’s start with the similarities. As with other treatments, the session is done on a table. During the session, the client is worked on supine. The client is fully draped, only the section that is being worked on is uncovered. The client as always has the final say in what is done during the treatment.

Now for differences. Notably, there is a large difference in the format and pressure. There is no lotion. The area worked on is from the top of the head to the tip of the toes. The lymphatic system doesn’t have a pump, it’s moved by breathing and muscle contraction. Lymphatic Drainage directs the fluid into the nodes to aid the filtration process. It does this by manually creating negative pressure causing the fluid to move by suction. In order to create this vacuum the body is worked on in a precise format. You will always start supine, the chest is always done first, then the shoulders, neck and so on. The strokes are very short in duration with a slight stretch of the skin. The pressure is light touch since the lymph capillaries are in the skin and changing the pressure in the upper most part of the system will stimulate the whole system.

Keep the lymph flowing, so your entire body can flow…

Lymph Node Release Technique (LNRT) is a unique manual technique that enhances the way the lymph nodes work as we encourage drainage of the surrounding areas. The lymphatic system is part of the immune system and it is very superficial. Composed by vessels and lymph nodes strategically localized, the lymphatic system is responsible for collecting and draining metabolic waste, toxins and water excess.

By stimulating the lymph nodes and pushing the lymph toward the heart, it will go back inside the blood stream, filtered by your kidneys and flushed out through urination. In this process, water intake is essential.