Stepping on random hair s is the equivalent to walking across a moat with alligators and a million sharks with my eyes closed. It just gives me the hibbie jibbies. Lymph nodes, Lymph fluid, Lymph vessels. Quick anatomy info: Our lymph system is a network of organs, nodes, ducts, and vessels that transport lymph β a lymphatic fluid containing white blood cells, proteins, and fats β from your tissues into your bloodstream.
Lymph nodes are structures that produce immune cells to combat infection and filter lymph fluid to remove bacteria and cancer cells.
Our lymph system is a crucial line of protection against infections. But the belief is that by manually applying pressure to areas around your vessels and lymph nodes, you can sort of speed up the process, or give your lymph nodes a leg up.
So I booked a lymphatic drainage massage. Medical massage has been my best friend. With four people in the room. I am dead asleep. My sinuses immediately drained. Afterwards I had a full-on cough attack on the massage table P. The masseuse almost knew this would happen because she had a water bottle on hand. Basically she said the cough was a natural reaction because of the movement of lymph fluids and the lymph system drains. The immediate need to pee?
Even more normal. The draining was built up fluid so it reduces water retention. The effects last for about a month. And how often can you get it done? She said once a month would be fine. The massage is known to relieve any pain levels and can reduce swelling. You know how in the morning your eyes are puffy? You may encounter discoloration of the skin but that is just temporary. So naturally, the whole eye thing was mesmerizing because it was like a little balloon had been popped under my eyes.
