Lymphatic drainage

The lymphatic system is essential for the body to function properly.

It is composed of specific organs and a large network of lymphatic vessels, in which lymph fluid circulates. This colorless and transparent liquid ensures the circulation of lymphocytes, known for their role in the immune system.

The main ganglion groups are found in the neck, in the joint folds of the body such as the armpits and groin.

Once these nodes are crossed, the lymph fluid will then flow into the venous system and be eliminated from the body as urine by the kidneys.

Surgery or trauma can cause damage along the lymphatic system that can cause circulation to stagnate, leading to an accumulation of fluids, proteins, cells, and toxins.

What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?

There are different methods of lymphatic drainage. The most frequently used and the best known is Vodder, method for which I am qualified.

In Vodder manual lymphatic drainage, the movements are precise, gentle, and painless. The pressure is much less than in a classic massage. It is performed on parts of the body that require lymph stimulation, without the use of oil/cream.

The movements are slow and rhythmic. They stimulate the lymphatic circulation by manually recreating the body's natural pumping movements. This technique increases the contractions of the lymphatic vessels, thus contributing to the absorption of excess fluid and waste accumulated between the cells.

Effects of Lymphatic Drainage

Anti-edematous and healing

Detoxifying

Regenerating

Analgesic and relaxing

Improved circulation and immune defenses

Some indications of Lymphatic Drainage

All types of edema,

post traumatic or

pre and post operative

Treatment and control of lymphedema

Improvement of algodystrophy (Sudeck),by drainage and bandaging

Improvement of venous return problems,relieves heavy legs

Rheumatism, arthritis, joint and muscle pain, back pain, neck pain

Migraines

Tissue Regeneration, scars acne, eczema

Digestion

transit improvement

ENT disorders

(sinusitis, tinnitus)

Pregnancy

Heavy legs, lower back pain (after 12 weeks)

Plastic surgery

Accelerates and improves recovery following any cosmetic surgery procedure such as facelift, liposuction, blepharoplasty, abdominoplasty, breast reconstruction

Premenstrual symptoms

Painful periods

Relaxing and anti-stress actionthrough the regulation of the autonomic nervous system.

Useful links

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE: THERAPEUTIC AND BENEFICIAL

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE: FOR WHOM AND HOW?

Rates and Insurance

The price is CHF 9.20 per point of 5 minutes, i.e.

CHF 110.40 per hour (60 minutes) of drainage.

Any appointment not canceled at least 24 hours in advance will be charged.

Payment to be settled on the same day in cash or by TWINT.

Aggregation: ASCA

Link to ASCA contracted insurers

Contracted insurers (asca.ch)

IMPORTANT

Each patient must first inquire with his insurer if the chosen therapy and therapist are reimbursed by his supplementary insurance.

Any appointment not cancelled at least 24 hours in advance will be charged.