Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Increases Detoxification
- Weight Loss
- Improves Circulation
- Relaxation
- Boosts Immunity
- Reduction of Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Clearer Skin
- Athletic/Muscle Recovery
- Reducing in Swelling and Inflammation
- Enhance recovery from illness, surgery, and injury
- Jet lag recovery
- Smooths Cellulite
- Alleviate Fibromyalgia Symptoms
- Treats Cancer-Related Lymphedema
- Reduce the Appearance of Varicose Veins
- Firms and tightens skin
Who Can Benefit from Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
It is popular with celebrities to slim down for red carpet events and professional athletes for recovery. While anyone can benefit from lymphatic massage, it is particularly helpful for people who are looking to boost their immune system, overall wellness, reduce cellulite, weight loss, athletic performance, and recovery. Ballancer® Pro treatments are key for pre and post-surgery and for cancer-related lymphedema.
We offer 2 different lymphatic drainage compression suit options.
Lymphatic Drainage at the Brain Spa: What to Expect
- You will keep your clothing on for the treatment
- Please dress comfortably for your appointment- yoga pants/sweatpant, comfortable shirt and cozy socks. If you are doing the upper you may want a sports bra (no underwire). If you are post-op you will want to remove your compression garments for the lymphatic massage.
- We will assist you with getting into the compression suit and allow you to enjoy your relaxing massage
- If you are doing a full body treatment, you will do the lower body treatment first and will switch to the jacket for the second part of your treatment
- Drink plenty of water before and following your treatment
- Have a light meal, you won't want a full belly before the compression massage
The lymphatic system is a network of tissues, organs and vessels that carry lymph throughout the body. The lymph system is a major part of the body’s immune system. It’s primary role is to to help rid the body of toxins and waste material. When the lymph system is sluggish and not functioning properly it can result in excess weight, skin conditions, fatigue, headaches and more.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage FAQs
- lymphedema
- fibromyalgia
- swelling or edema
- skin disorders
- fatigue
- insomnia
- stress
- digestive problems
- arthritis
- migraine episodes
- sports recovery
- post op recovery
It is contraindicated for:
- Congestive heart failure, unstable cardiac disease
- Heart or vascular problems
- Poor circulation or areas of numbness
- Inflamed or swollen or skin eruptions
- Not to be used with blood clots, deep vein thrombosis or phlebitis
Consult your doctor if you have active cancer or actively going through chemotherapy.
During Pregnancy compression massage can be safe and beneficial for edema. A special protocol that requires turning off certain valves would be done. You may want to consult your doctor before using.
You can decide! The Boa Max 2 offers 6 different preset massage algorithms that range from 30 to 50 minutes.
The full-body lymphatic drainage massage protocol is 40 minutes in the lower body pants and 20 minutes in the upper body jacket. This can be adjusted as needed.
Most people feel a difference after the first massage. It depends on the state of your system when you begin.
Our clients regularly report:
- Less bloating/water weight
- more energy
- better sleep
- less brain fog/clearer head
We are constantly bombarded with toxins in our environment and the food that we eat. Our bodies have a challenging time keeping up with the workload to push the waste out. When our lymph system is sluggish it can result in low energy, brain fog, cellulite, and excess body weight. Supporting the lymphatic system is key to a healthy immune system and optimal health.
We are constantly bombarded with toxins in our environment and the food that we eat. Our bodies have a challenging time keeping up with the workload to push the waste out. When our lymph system is sluggish it can result in low energy, brain fog, cellulite, and excess body weight. Supporting the lymphatic system is key to a healthy immune system and optimal health.
Please review our page on Post-Op Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Special Handling & Contraindications
It is very safe and gentle and has many protocols including for pre and post-op and lymphedema treatment.
It is contraindicated for:
- Congestive heart failure, unstable cardiac disease
- Heart or vascular problems
- Poor circulation or areas of numbness
- Inflamed or swollen or skin eruptions
- Not to be used with blood clots, deep vein thrombosis or phlebitis
Consult your doctor if you have active cancer or actively going through chemotherapy.
During Pregnancy compression massage can be safe and beneficial for edema. A special protocol that requires turning off certain valves would be done. You may want to consult your doctor before using.
