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15/04/2026

Our Eating Well After Cancer Treatment talk will take place on the 28th April online via zoom. To sign up, please register via https://shorturl.at/H45YP

Free to attend. All welcome 💜

13/04/2026

Here are several common symptoms associated with Bowel Cancer. Early detection is crucial; therefore, we encourage you to consult your GP if you have any concerns.

12/04/2026

Cancer survivors and family members are invited to attend the ATU Letterkenny event below to learn about supports available. I will be there to speak about the impact and risks of cancer patients developing Lymphoedema, as one of the many topics and complications of cancer to be addressed. Hope to see you there. See details below..

Cancer Survivorship: Voices, Challenges, and New Possibilities – Bridging Gaps
You are warmly invited to attend our forthcoming free event, where health experts, academic staff and students, and community members will come together to explore the evolving landscape of cancer survivorship. This gathering will highlight key challenges, amplify survivor perspectives, and examine emerging strategies to strengthen support across the continuum of care.

02/01/2026

Cancer Care West provide professional community-based practical and emotional support services, free of charge, to anyone affected by cancer.

08/12/2025

08/12/2025

Where Does the Lymph Go After Drainage?

From Puff to Flush—Your Body’s Hidden Detox Highway!

Hey Lymphies!
Ever wondered what actually happens to the lymph after your MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) or dry brushing session? Where does all that puffiness and extra fluid go? Let’s take a journey through your body’s magical drainage map—because the flow doesn’t stop at your skin!

First Things First—What IS Lymph?

Lymph is a clear-ish fluid filled with:
• Water
• Proteins
• Cellular waste
• Immune cells
• Bacteria, viruses, and toxins

It’s like your body’s wastewater, and your lymphatic system is the plumbing network designed to collect it from your tissues and send it packing!

The Drainage Route (The Fun Part!)

After you stimulate your lymphatic system (through MLD, exercise, rebounding, or infrared saunas), here’s what happens step-by-step:

1. Tissues → Lymph Capillaries
Lymph fluid is collected from between your cells (where waste builds up). Think of this as your body picking up trash from every neighborhood.

2. Lymph Capillaries → Collecting Vessels
These vessels have valves to push lymph forward (like a one-way street!). They move it toward central lymph nodes.

3. Nodes → Filter Party!
Lymph passes through lymph nodes, where it gets filtered. Immune cells here attack bacteria, viruses, and debris.
It’s like your lymph goes through a security checkpoint!

4. Cleaned Lymph → Ducts
Filtered lymph travels to the thoracic duct (left side of your neck) or right lymphatic duct—the final stop before exiting!

5. Ducts → Subclavian Vein
Here’s the magic moment!
The ducts drain the lymph directly into your bloodstream, at the base of your neck, where the subclavian vein lives.

6. Bloodstream → Kidneys + Liver
Now the filtered lymph becomes part of your circulating blood. From here:
• Kidneys filter out water-soluble waste → p*e it out!
• Liver handles fat-soluble toxins and waste → p**p it out!

And voilà!
Your lymph just became waste… and left your body.
Flush complete!

That’s Why You Might Notice…
• More p*eing after a session
• Increased bowel movements
• Feeling thirsty
• Fatigue (your body is processing the detox!)
• Reduced swelling or puffiness

So YES—you’re not imagining it. The flush is real.

Fun Lymphie Facts:
• You have 500–700 lymph nodes in your body!
• The thoracic duct drains around 75% of your lymph!
• Your lymphatic system can move 1.5–3 liters of lymph per day with the right support!
• No heart? No pump! The lymph system depends on movement, breath, and pressure (that’s why you NEED to move!).

Support the Flush:
• Hydrate (lymph is mostly water!)
• Move daily (walking, rebounding, stretching)
• Breathe deep (diaphragmatic breathing helps move lymph!)
• Massage & MLD
• Eat clean (to reduce toxin load)

So, Where Does It Go?

In simple terms:
Lymph → Blood → Kidneys/Liver → Toilet!
Your body is brilliant. And your lymphatic system? Even more so.

So the next time you finish your session and head to the loo—give a little thanks to the silent flow keeping you well.






References / Research Links:
• Cleveland Clinic – Lymphatic System Overview
• NCBI – Physiology of the Lymphatic System
• Lymphatic Research and Biology Journal

Disclaimer:
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.

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21/11/2025

17/11/2025

Our hugely popular Pilates classes continue to run on Thursdays. This is free to attend but please book your place by getting in touch with us on 074 9601901

10/11/2025

Good Morning

This testimonial details a middle-aged lady's journey living with Lipoedema (Stage 3: Type III). After years of struggling, she describes Deep Oscillation Therapy (DOT) as a "major breakthrough" that "supercharged" her lymphatic system. The integration of DOT, alongside diet and MLD, led to positive impacts, including further weight loss, increased energy, lowered oedema, and enhanced lightness in her limbs. She reports that these positive changes lasted longer than MLD alone.


https://www.physiopod.co.uk/lipoedema-deeposcillation-personal-experience.shtml

05/11/2025

If you think you have symptoms of Lipoedema, contact me for an assessment and see if you are suited for Deep Oscillation Therapy (DOT).

Good Morning

This testimonial details a middle-aged lady's journey living with Lipoedema (Stage 3: Type III). After years of struggling, she describes Deep Oscillation Therapy (DOT) as a "major breakthrough" that "supercharged" her lymphatic system. The integration of DOT, alongside diet and MLD, led to positive impacts, including further weight loss, increased energy, lowered oedema, and enhanced lightness in her limbs. She reports that these positive changes lasted longer than MLD alone.


https://www.physiopod.co.uk/lipoedema-deeposcillation-personal-experience.shtml

06/09/2025

And that's a wrap . . . . . . . .

A MASSIVE THANK YOU to everyone who took part in or supported our 2025 Donegal Camino It was a wonderful week, with many friendships made, hills climbed and beautiful surroundings explored - all while supporting our cancer services.

We are hugely grateful to the wonderful organisers and volunteers who put so much time and effort into organising this ever growing event each year, as well as the hugely supportive team they have behind them.

You can still support this event by donating to https://www.idonate.ie/event/DonegalCamino25 where every euro is greatly appreciated 💜