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Lymphatic Massage #1

  1. What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
    A massage technique that mechanically stimulates the normal flow of lymph in the lymphatic system.
  2. What is the therapeutic goal of Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
    • 1. Reduce lymphatic congestion
    • 2. Reduce retention of wastes
    • 3. Condition the immune system for optimal function
  3. What is the benefit of Lymphatic Drainage Massage for the Well Client?
    "It tunes the system" (i.e., lymphatic system)
  4. What are the benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage for clients with lymphatic impairments?
    • 1. Assists lymphatic system to have proper drainage
    • 2. Maintains the integrity of the immune system
    • 3. Strengthens the body against immune system insufficiencies
  5. What techniques are used in Lymphatic Drainage Massage to stimulate lymphatic flow?
    • 1. Light pressure on skin surface
    • 2. Tracing the lymphatic routes
    • 3. Passive joint movements that simulate muscular pumping
    • 4. Client's diaphragmatic breathing
  6. What are the Indications for Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
    • 1. Allergic Symptoms (acute/chronic)
    • 2. Arthritis (acute/chronic)
    • 3. Sinusitis/Sinus Congestion (acute/chronic)
    • 4. Colds
    • 5. Colitis (acute)
    • 6. Edema (acute)
    • 7. Lymphadenopathy (chronic)
    • 8. Poor Weight Balance (chronic)
    • 9. Psoriasis (chronic)
  7. What are the Contraindications for Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
    • 1. Skin Irritation & Open Sores
    • 2. Acute Lymph Infection
    • 3. Lymphatic CA
    • 4. Severe Joint Inflammation (torn tendons/ligaments)
    • 5. Acute Kidney Failure
    • 6. Constipation
  8. What are the most common causes of lymph flow impairment?
    • 1. Infection
    • 2. Poor Diet
    • 3. Stress
  9. How does infection impair the flow of lymph?
    • -It increases lymphocyte production making lymph more viscous.
    • -It increases the production of waste products.
    • -It results in edema and swollen lymph nodes.
  10. How does a poor diet impair the flow of lymph?
    • -Diets high in fats result in excess lipids, triglycerides, and fatty substances in the lymph.
    • -Excess wastes due to inefficient metabolism.
  11. How does stress impair the flow of lymph?
    • -Chronic muscle tension interferes with normal muscular pumping of lymph.
    • -Chronic constriction of blood vessels.
    • -Increased immune system activity.
  12. What information should you convey to the client prior to leaving to allow them to undress and get on the table?
    • Briefly describe the routine (Supine-Prone-Supine-15" Rest)
    • Diaphragmatic Breathing (feel back of throat)
    • Pubic Bone Lymph Nodes Activation
    • Fully disrobe & get under the sheets facing up
  13. What are the major steps of the initial supine (Supine-1) portion of the LDM?
    • 1. Head
    • 2. Thorax
    • 3. ROM 
    • 4. Light Effleurage Legs
    • 5. Left Thoracic Duct 
    • 6. Right Thoracic Duct
  14. What are the major steps of the Prone portion of the LDM?
    • 1. Light Effleurage Posterior Legs (R, L)
    • 2. Left Thoracic Duct
    • 3. Right Lymphatic Duct
    • 4. Drain Ribs
    • 5. Vibrate Spine
  15. What are the major steps of the final supine (Supine-2) portion of the LDM?
    • 1. Stimulate Scalp
    • 2. Eye Socket Stimulation
    • 3. Circular Temples
    • 4. Drain Forehead
    • 5. Drain Cheeks
    • 6. TMJ
    • 7. Drain Chin
    • 8. Pump Nodes & SCM
    • 9. Drain SCM
    • 10. Cup Eyes
Author
Darkwater
ID
362679
Card Set
Lymphatic Massage #1
Description
Lymphatic Drainage Massage technique
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