23/09/2024
Lymphatic drainage gently targets the lymphatic system just under your skin. While touted as a way to flush toxins, it's mainly used to help with swelling from extra lymph fluid in your tissues. It's a gentle form of massage that focuses on the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Your lymph system includes organs, vessels, and tissues that move or drain a water-like fluid called lymph from other parts of your body into your bloodstream.
Massage is a way to help move the lymph fluid and make the swelling it causes go away. If you're otherwise healthy, lymphatic drainage massage may feel relaxing. But it isn't likely to improve your health a lot.