Start Your New Year With A Happy, Healthy Lymphatic System

By Robert Waters, CMT

Our lymphatic system is critical to maintaining a healthy body, yet often overlooked. This complex system is comprised primarily of lymphatic vessels and nodes that work together to accomplish these important tasks filtering out harmful toxins and foreign substances, draining stagnant fluids, maintaining a healthy immune system, and regenerating tissue.

The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system and a vital part of the immune system, comprising a network of lymphatic vessels that carry a clear fluid called lymph directionally towards the heart. Lymph is transported through the vessels to the nodes to process out the proteins, toxins, hormones, etc.

The heart doesn't pump lymph, but instead, the lymphatic system relies on small, slow muscle contractions to push lymph out of the tissues, into lymphatic vessels, then into the blood stream where it can return to the heart to begin the journey all over again.

Events such as trauma, burns, infections, substantial swelling, fatigue, stress and aging can compromise the lymphatic system. A compromised or “backed up” lymphatic system can cause the fluid to collect in the surrounding tissue rather than draining it out as it is intended. The resulting fluid “back up” can lead to many physical ailments and hasten the aging process.

How can I improve my
lymph system circulation?

There are different ways to help your immune system, like exercise and proper nutrition. Another way is a treatment called Endermologie. Endermologie helps to increase lymph circulation by up to 300%, lasting more than three hours after the treatment. This substantial increase in lymph circulation can help produce these benefits

Detoxification of the body

Immune system stimulation

Reduction of edemas (swelling)

Reduction in symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia

Relief of chronic pain

Deep relaxation

How does it work?

Treatments are performed by a certified technician using a device that applies pressure and suction. The treatment head contains two independent motorized rollers that gently pull and stimulate the skin and underlying tissue.

This holiday season, or any time during the year, is a great time to try Endermologie and feel the benefits for yourself. A healthy lymphatic system is going to benefit you in many ways, year round.