Manual Lymph Drainage
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ABOUT THIS MODALITY
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a gentle technique that focuses on moving lymph fluid. The practitioner follows the lymphatic pathways with light, rhythmic strokes that pushes fluid from the tissues into lymph vessels to be filtered by lymph nodes and returned to the circulatory system. The body filters 2-3 liters of lymph daily and MLD can increase the volume up to 20 times!
The lymphatic system plays an important roll in immune function (lymphocytes and other white blood cells) and MLD has many beneficial uses. It is an essential part of Complete Decongestive Therapy for treating lymphedema. It speeds healing and reduces swelling after surgery and injuries. Its detoxifying effects can improve immune function after taking medications and with illnesses, such as frequent colds, Lyme disease, sinus infections, etc. The techniques of MLD were first introduced in the 1930s by Dr. Emil Vodder, PhD, MT, of Denmark. MLD is widely recognized in the United States as an effective treatment for tension and migraine headaches, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, allergies, poor leg circulation, lipedema, burns and wounds. Source: Madge Lockwood and klosetraining.com Tribe practitioners offer a wide range of expertise. Click on the practitioners' names to view sub-specialties offered in their practices.
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FIND A PRACTITIONER
Aline Silberg-Delpierre
Licensed Massage Therapist 
Kirsten Austin
LMT, CLT 
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