European Lymph Drainage Massage

This soothing and relaxing full body oil massage consists of slow, gentle,  light pressure, rhythmic effleurage movements, helping relieving water retention, and stimulating the lymphatic system which assists the body in removing toxins and improving the immune system.

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The benefits of European Lymph Drainage Massage include:

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• Reduce stress & fatigue

• Boosts immune system

• Improves digestion

• Improves circulation

• Detoxification of the body

• Reduction of water retention

• Relief of Inflammation, Sinusitis, Acne & Allergies

• Deep relaxation to aid: Insomnia, Stress, Loss of Vitality & Loss of Memory

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PLEASE NOTE: European Lymph Drainage Massage is NOT the same as Manual Lymph Drainage. European Lymph Drainage Massage is for relieving water retention, relaxation and stress relief purposes only. If you have a medical condition such as Lymph edema, or swelling of the lymph nodes and vessels, you will require Manual Lymph Drainage from an RMT who is specially trained in this treatment.

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CAUTION!

European Lymph Drainage Massage should not be given to anyone with the following physical disorders or conditions:

• Fever

• Nausea, Vomiting or Diarrhea

• Broken Bones, Fractures , Dislocations, or Severe sprains

• Lymphangitis (an infection in the lymph vessels) 

• Lymphedema  (please see a registered massage therapist)

• Contagious Diseases

• Open or Unhealed Sores or Wounds

• Inflamed, Swollen or Bruised Tissues (these areas will be avoided)

• Varicose Veins

• Recent Surgery

• Severe Pain

• Jaundice

• Frostbite

• Kidney Disease

• Large Hernias (area must be avoided)

• Hemorrhaging

• Congestive heart failure

• Torn Ligaments, Tendons, or Muscles (area must be avoided)

• High Blood Pressure or Heart Problems 

• Cancer (Must have doctors clearance)

• History of Phlebitis or Thrombosis (These patients may have blood clots that may become dislodged and travel to the lungs, with potentially fatal results.)

• Hemophilia

• Drug treatment with Blood Thinners (These medications increase the risk of bleeding under the skin.)