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Theresa offers integrative services of Manual lymphatic drainage complimented by infrared therapy for enhanced detoxification of the lymphatic system, acceleration of tissue repair and pain management. All services are performed exclusively by a Certified Lymphedema Therapist specializing in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Oncology Massage, and Infrared Therapy. Recover faster, heal better, and feel yo

ur best with our affordable Lymphatic Drainage Massage. Our specialized technique boosts lymph flow, clears toxins from healing tissues, improves oxygen delivery, and reduces swelling from post-surgical procedures, Lymphedema, Lipedema, or general detoxification. Trust The Bodhi Tree Holistic Health Solutions to make your recovery smoother, faster, and more affordable.

08/25/2025

WHY EATING SEASONALLY HELPS THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
Eating seasonally supports the lymphatic system by:
• Warm months: Water-rich fruits and greens keep lymph fluid moving and reduce stagnation.
• Cold months: Root veggies, squash, and citrus strengthen immunity and circulation.
• Lower toxic load: Local, seasonal food has fewer preservatives, easing lymph filtration.
• Sync with detox cycles: Spring greens cleanse, summer fruits hydrate, fall squashes ground, winter citrus defends.
• Microbiome boost: Seasonal variety feeds gut microbes, reducing inflammation and lymph stress.
👉 In short: Seasonal eating keeps lymph flow smooth, immune defenses strong, and overall load on the system lighter. Swimming

08/22/2025

Lymphatic drainage can be an effective complementary therapy for those managing rheumatoid arthritis. By promoting circulation and reducing swelling, this technique may help alleviate some of the discomfort associated with the condition. If you're considering lymphatic drainage as part of your wellness routine, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider to determine the best approach for your individual needs.

08/20/2025

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
Why a Little Solitude is Good for the Soul
Spending time alone is often undervalued, but it’s incredibly important for both mental and emotional well-being. Here are some clear reasons why it’s good:
1. Self-Reflection – Alone time gives you space to think without distractions. You can process experiences, evaluate decisions, and gain clarity about what really matters to you.
2. Mental Recharge – Just like sleep restores the body, solitude restores the mind. It reduces overstimulation, lowers stress, and helps you return to social situations more refreshed.
3. Boosts Creativity – Many creative breakthroughs happen in solitude. Without outside noise or influence, your brain has the freedom to wander, connect ideas, and come up with original solutions.
4. Strengthens Independence – When you’re comfortable being alone, you don’t rely on constant external validation. This builds confidence, resilience, and self-sufficiency.
5. Improves Relationships – Taking time for yourself helps you show up better for others. You’re less drained, more patient, and more appreciative of time spent together.
6. Enhances Focus – Alone time, free of interruptions, makes it easier to dive deep into work, hobbies, or personal growth.
7. Supports Emotional Health – Solitude can be grounding. It helps regulate emotions, gives space to manage stress, and allows you to check in with yourself honestly.

08/18/2025

WHY SWIMMING IS GREAT FOR YOUR LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
Swimming combines three things your lymph needs to flow properly: movement, muscle contractions, and changes in pressure. Unlike blood, lymph doesn’t have a pump like the heart—it relies on your muscles, breathing, and body movement to circulate. Here’s why swimming helps:
• Full-body muscle activity: Every stroke and kick contracts muscles, which squeezes lymph vessels and pushes fluid forward.
• Deep breathing: Swimming forces you into rhythmic, deep breaths, and changes in chest pressure act like a pump for lymph flow.
• Hydrostatic pressure: Water pressure gently compresses your body, especially your limbs. This external pressure encourages lymph to move out of tissues and back toward central circulation, helping reduce swelling or fluid buildup.
• Low-impact circulation boost: The buoyancy of water supports your body, so you can move more without joint strain—keeping lymph flowing without overloading your system.
• Stress reduction: Lower stress means less cortisol and inflammation, which benefits immune and lymphatic health.

08/15/2025

WHAT HAPPENS When you sit still for long periods — like on a long flight or at a desk — your calf muscles aren’t contracting much.
Here’s what happens:
1. Lymph relies on movement. Without calf squeezes, there’s very little external pressure on the lymph vessels in your legs.
2. Gravity works against you. Lymph fluid tends to pool in the lower limbs.
3. Valves can’t help if nothing’s pushing. The one-way valves in lymph vessels need an upward push to close properly and move fluid toward the trunk.
4. Fluid builds up. This leads to swelling (peripheral edema) and a heavy-leg feeling.
Even small, regular movements — like ankle circles, standing up every 30–60 minutes, or walking a few steps — can restart that “muscle pump” action and keep both blood and lymph flowing.
If you want, I can also give you a simple calf-pump activation routine you can do at your desk or during travel that keeps lymph moving efficiently.

08/13/2025

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
The Benefits of Mineral hot springs:
• Relieve pain – Heat and buoyancy ease muscle tension and joint strain.
• Boost circulation – Warmth dilates blood vessels and improves nutrient flow.
• Nourish skin – Minerals like sulfur and silica soften and heal skin.
• Reduce stress – Heat and nature lower cortisol, promote relaxation, and improve sleep.
• Support detox – Sweating helps release toxins; minerals aid cleansing.
• Aid breathing – Steam can clear nasal passages.
• Strengthen immunity – Temperature changes stimulate immune response.
• Lift mood – Outdoor settings and relaxation improve mental well-being.

08/11/2025

Step by step guide to doing a gua sha facial without irritating your skin:
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1. Prep your tools and skin
• Tool: A gua sha stone (usually jade or rose quartz) that’s clean and smooth with no chips.
• Skin: Wash your face and pat dry.
• Slip: Apply a facial oil or serum so the stone glides without tugging.
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2. Hold the tool correctly
• Keep the gua sha at a 15° angle (almost flat) to your skin, not perpendicular.
• Use gentle to medium pressure — think “firm but kind,” not “digging in.”
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3. Work from the center outwards
Always move outward and upward, never back and forth.
• Neck: Start from the base of your neck and glide upward toward your jaw.
• Jawline: Sweep from the center of your chin along the jaw to your earlobe.
• Cheeks: From the side of your nose toward the temple.
• Under-eyes: Very gently from the inner corner toward the temple (use the smoothest edge).
• Brow bone: From the center of the forehead toward the temple.
• Forehead: From the eyebrows upward to the hairline.
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4. Repeat and be consistent
• Do 3–5 strokes in each area.
• Aim for 2–4 times a week, or daily if your skin tolerates it.

08/08/2025

Surviving breast cancer can feel like winning—until lymphedema enters the picture. Caused by damaged or removed lymph nodes, it brings swelling, heaviness, and daily discomfort, often in the arm or chest.
Managing it means building new habits: compression sleeves, skincare, movement, and manual lymphatic drainage—a key tool that helps reduce swelling, ease tension, and improve circulation. When done consistently, it can make a real difference in both comfort and mobility.
Lymphedema isn’t curable, but it’s manageable. You learn your body’s limits, protect what you can, and push forward anyway. It’s another challenge—but it doesn’t define you.

08/06/2025

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
STRESS
Stress delays healing because it hijacks the body’s normal repair mechanisms. Instead of prioritizing recovery, your body goes into defense mode. Here’s how it happens step by step
• Cortisol suppresses immunity: Slows white blood cell activity and tissue repair.
• Chronic inflammation: Stays elevated, damaging cells instead of healing them.
• Reduced blood flow: Oxygen and nutrients are diverted away from wounds.
• Poor sleep: Less growth hormone means slower repair.
• Nutrient depletion: Key vitamins and minerals for healing get used up.
Result: Instead of entering a “repair and rebuild” state, the body stays locked in “defend and survive” mode, which slows every stage of healing—from closing wounds to fighting infections and repairing internal damage.

08/04/2025

BENEFITS OF INFRARED THERAPY Infrared therapy uses light waves that pe*****te deep into the skin, muscles, and joints to stimulate healing and reduce pain. It’s increasingly used in physical therapy, sports recovery, and wellness treatments because of its targeted effects.
• Pain relief: Eases joint, muscle, and chronic pain.
• Better circulation: Boosts oxygen and nutrient delivery for faster healing.
• Reduced inflammation: Helps with arthritis, tendonitis, and other inflammatory issues.
• Faster recovery: Speeds up muscle repair and removes lactic acid.
• Skin health: Stimulates collagen and improves texture.
• Stress relief: Promotes relaxation and may lower cortisol.
• Detoxification: Encourages sweating to help remove toxins.
⚠ Generally safe but consult a healthcare provider if you have medical conditions.

08/01/2025

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE HELPS CHRONIC VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY
Lymphatic drainage helps chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) by:
• Reducing swelling: Stimulates lymph flow to remove excess fluid.
• Improving circulation: Clears waste and improves tissue oxygenation.
• Lowering inflammation: Removes inflammatory molecules, easing pain.
• Preventing skin damage: Reduces risk of fibrosis and ulcers.
• Supporting venous return: Less fluid means less pressure on veins.
It works best alongside compression therapy, exercise, and leg elevation.

07/30/2025

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
Today on Wellness Wednesday, I would like to highlight the importance of community. Community matters because it gives us belonging, strength, and purpose. It’s where we find support in hard times, accountability to grow, and the chance to contribute to something bigger than ourselves. Alone, we survive. Together, we thrive.

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San Diego, CA
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