The Lymphatic system
consists of all organs, glands, lymph nodes and lymph vessels located
throughout the entire body. Functions of this immune system include defending
the body against disease, cleansing the body of toxins and ridding the body of
excess fluid. In addition, the Lymph acts as a secondary circulatory or
transportation system carrying crucial information from the endocrine system
throughout the body. Lymph fluid, also called
interstitial fluid, bathes tissues and helps to deliver nutrients and oxygen to
cells. A little known fact is that the lymphatic system is also responsible for
absorbing fats and fat solulible substances from the digestive system.
The
Lymphatic system is a vast all encompassing circulatory system that has no pump,
instead fluid is moved as a result of respiration and movement of muscles in
the body. Challenges to the lymphatic system like: sedientary lifestyles,
injury or traumas, surgery, illness, poor diet and issues like diabetes are
stressors that may become symptomatic and lead to other problems if left
untreated.
Lymphatic
drainage therapy can provide additional support and aid in beneficial
circulation and proper elimination of excess fluid. Lymphatic drainage therapy
can encourage the immune system to function at a higher level, aid the
digestive system in absorption and removal of fats and assists the lymph system
as it maintains the volume of tissue fluid in the body keeping edema and
swelling from becoming abnormal.
*Clients are advised to consult their health care provider before
beginning any new treatment.
About Kim Krost
Kim Krost is owner of Integrative Healing Institute® in
San Antonio Texas. She is a licensed massage therapist and massage therapy
instructor teaching a variety of wellness classes including Reflexology and
Reiki. In addition to management of the Institute she has maintained a holistic
bodywork practice since 1999 using Lymphatic Drainage Therapy,
Reflexology, and Natural Reflex Therapy®.
