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  • Does Carried Away Lymphatic Massage accept insurance for massage therapy services?
    At this time, Carried Away Lymphatic Massage does not accept insurance directly for massage therapy services. However, we can provide you with the necessary documentation to submit a claim to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Please note that the decision to reimburse you for treatments received at Carried Away Lymphatic Massage rests with your insurance company. It is recommended that you contact your insurance provider to understand their specific policies and coverage for massage therapy services.
  • What's the difference between a Lymphatic Massage and Manual Lymph Drainage?
    Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a light-touch modality that is applied to reduce swelling of the face or body through specialized skills, techniques, and practices. It is also used to improve the overall function of the lymphatic system that might be damaged due to cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other health conditions. Manual Lymphatic drainage has several different pathways that include working toward the cervical, inguinal, or axillary nodes, and/or could need to be re-routed to other lymph nodes to better assist in reducing superficial swelling. These sophisticated pathways become complicated when a client has an obstruction due to surgery, oncology treatment, birth defect or other physical trauma. In Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), a specific order or routine is followed, with minimal pressure that cannot be altered without medical reasoning. In Swedish massage, clients can request work almost anywhere they wish, in any order they wish, with a variety of pressures that can be changed from one appointment to the next. Swedish massage using lighter pressure with focus to lymphatic watershed pathways can create reduction in the body’s retention of fluid. For Swedish Massage to work lymphatically it is generally provided in one direction—toward the heart—to increase overall cardiovascular circulation through venous return.
  • What is MLD?
    MLD or Manual Lymphatic Drainage, is a gentle manual technique to activate the lymphatic system, especially when the transport capacity of the lymph system is reduced because of prior surgery and/or radiation therapy. Lymph fluid is moved using specific hand technique's. These techniques are light, gentle skin-stretching movements in the direction of the lymph flow from areas of congestion to areas where there is better flow in the lymph vessels.
  • What are some Indications, or conditions that can benefit from MLD?
    Conditions or situations that can benefit from MLD: Primary or secondary lymphedema Lipedema Phlebo-lymphostatic edema Postoperative edema Posttraumatic edema Chronic venous insufficiency Palliative care: Provision of comfort and pain relief when other physical therapies are no longer appropriate. This technique may be used as a complement in therapies for patients with stress. May be effective for reducing intracranial pressure in severe cerebral diseases.
  • What are some Contra-Indications, or conditions that cause concern when considering MLD and ELT?
    If you are experiencing any of these conditions, you should get a Doctor's clarence before treatment. Blood clots in the lower extremities or unexplained calf pain (may be cleared by doctor). Renal insufficiency (may be cleared by doctor) · Renal failure (may be cleared by doctor) Cardiac issues including CHF (may be cleared by doctor) Acute or chronic infections (may be cleared by doctor) Seizures (Contra-indicated for ELT) Pacemaker, defibrillator, pain pump, or TENS unit (Contra-indicated for ELT)
  • What is the Lymph System?
    The Lymph System is a delicate network of filaments and capillaries resting just underneath the surface of the skin. It is a system of vessels that runs through your entire body in a map-like structure with Lymph nodes that are strategically located throughout the system for optimal performance, and are clustered in areas like the neck, underarms, abdomen, and groin.
  • What is Lymph Fluid?
    Lymph fluid is a clear, colorless fluid originating in the tissue spaces as interstitial fluid. It is made up of various proteins, living and non-living particles, large fatty acids (protein), and fluid. In fact, the only difference between interstitial fluid and lymph fluid is where it is located. If it is in the interstitial space, it is called interstitial fluid; if it is in the lymphatic system, it is called lymph fluid. It is important to note that the lymphatic system not only carries lymph fluid it also carries metabolic waste, inflammatory agents, dead cell particles, large proteins, and fat molecules away from the interstitial areas. In simple terms, it is basically "the sewer system of the body" or “the cleaner of the body.”
  • What is Lymphedema?
    Lymphedema is classified as either primary or secondary. Primary lymphedema is the result of lymphatic dysplasia meaning that it may be present at birth, but it more often develops later in life without a known cause. Secondary lymphedema is much more common and is the result of surgery and/or radiation therapy for cancer treatments. Secondary lymphedema may also occur after injury, scarring, trauma, or infection of the lymphatic system. Lymphedema has important pathological and clinical consequences.
  • What is Lipedema?
    Lipedema is a condition that more often affects women and is characterized by a painful swelling in the legs, thighs, and buttocks and sometimes the arms. Lipedema usually occurs because of the abnormal accumulation of fat under the skin. Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) can be very relaxing, decrease pain, and stimulate lymphatic circulation. MLD is known to decrease capillary fragility in lipedema patients. Applying compression garments after MLD helps to keep the reduction effects.
  • What are some things that can go wrong with the Lymphatic System?
    An unhealthy lymphatic system can have a serious impact on your health. Poor lymph function is associated with fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue syndrome, aches, pains, bloating and poor digestion. Studies have shown that an unhealthy lymph system can contribute to cellulite, fat deposits and obesity as well.
  • I have had, or am about to have cosmetic or reconstructive surgery. Should I consider lymphatic drainage massage?
    Lymphatic drainage massage is highly recommended for post-operative care after cosmetic or reconstructive surgery. Surgery can disrupt the lymphatic system, which can lead to swelling, and a longer healing time. Lymphatic massage can help the after effects of surgery by: Reducing swelling promoting lymph flow Reducing inflammation Supporting the immune system Encouraging tissue repair Prevent bruising Preventing fibrosis
  • What are some ways I can keep my lymphatic system healthy and moving?
    Exercise, when you are able (regular exercise with oxygen therapy). Rebounding is an excellent form of an exercise stimulant for lymphatic flow. Consider a whole-body vibration machine if you are too fatigued to exercise. Dry brush your skin following the protocol given to you by therapist (daily). Use sauna. Eat nutritiously, and drink plenty of water.
  • What is ELT? What's this I hear about "wands"??
    At Carried Away Lymphatic Massage, lymphatic therapists use a combination of manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and electro- lymphatic treatment (ELT) to break down congestion and reroute lymph around blockage such as damaged tissue and removed lymph nodes. Lymph becomes congested when proteins clump together and get trapped within lymph vessel walls and interstitial sites. These clumped proteins are highly electrical. The electro-lymphatic drainage device ionizes three different inert gases argon, xenon, and krypton within the probs, which excites the electrons that are orbiting the gas atoms, causing them to give off light at ultraviolet frequencies. Ultraviolet light, together with dynamically pulsed acoustic pressure waves at low frequencies, creates vibratory energy at the molecular level which causes the protein clumps to release their bond between themselves. This frees up the lymph to move again so that waste products can be eliminated. Electric-lymphatic therapy (ELT) is more efficient than conventional methods at clearing congested lymph fluids due to its ability to break up bonded proteins. Additionally, ELT can reach areas that Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) cannot, such as lymph nodes and vessels located in the deeper layers of the skin and around organs. While ELT excels at breaking up congestion, MLD is most effective at moving lymph fluid. The combination of ELT and MLD effectively directs the lymph fluid as intended by the therapist, something ELT alone cannot achieve. It is important to consult a therapist CERTIFIED in both MLD and ELT.
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