Lymphatic Drainage Treatment
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) has powerful cleansing, soothing, pain relieving & immunological effects. It is a gentle, rhythmic, flowing massage which can be applied to a wide range of conditions with impressive results . It is especially therapeutic for individuals who suffer from the following: - Digestive issues, excess weight & cellulite - Fluid Retention & swelling - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME) - Common colds, flu & Long Covid - Pre/post operative cases, particularly if the lymph nodes have been removed and the lymphatic system has been impaired - Asthma & Allergies - Autoimmune disorders e.g. Rheumatoid Arthritis - Acne, Rosacea and other skin issues including scarring from surgery - Post Cosmetic surgery - Migraines & headaches - Sinus issues - Stress & anxiety
The Gut-Lymph Link
- Most of our lymphatics (vessels,nodes & secondary lymphoid organs) are in the gut and about 70% of our immune system reside there. There are immune cells all along the gut lining which communicate with the gut microbiome to provide a protective line of defense. Gut lymphatics not only drain fluid, but also transport dietary fats and protect us from possible bacterial / viral infections & disease.
- The gut is our biggest interface between the outside & inside world , not least because the small intestine's surface area alone is estimated to be the size of a tennis court. Therefore the contact area our Immune system is exposed to, with all the foods, the toxins and anything we take in through our mouths to our guts, can activate our immune response. Once our Immune system is activated in the gut, system wide signals are sent which activates our immune system throughout our body.
- The gut lymph link has recently been the focus of research because of the important role of the gut lymph vessels and the intestinal microbiota's* symbiotic relationship on exerting whole body homeostasis (Solari et al, 2021).
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Gut Health Benefits of MLD Treament:
- Improves digestion - MLD massage aids circulation & may help nutrient absorption in the digestive system
- Reduces water retention & swelling - bloating can be caused by fluid retention (not just gas) in the abdomen area. Reports of feeling heavy and swollen pre treatment are followed by reports of feeling light with reduced swelling post treatment.
- Removal of toxins - bloating can be linked with a build up of toxins. MLD massage aids toxin & waste removal which may alleviate bloating and promote more effiecient digestion.
- Anti-inflammatory effects - aiding reduction of inflammation may alleviate bloating, digestive issues, & wider body discomfort
- Induces relaxation & stress reduction - stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest) promoting healthy digestion and gut function.
Gut-Lymph Link Treatment Plan:
An increasing body of research shows and explains why good gut health is crucial for our overall wellbeing. This 4 week Treatment & Education Programme is based on the latest science which will help you to:
- understand the gut-lymph link & how a multi-system support approach can help heal the gut and unblock our ability to digest well & assimilate the nutrients we put in
- understand the body wide effects of a healthy gut vs an unhealthy one, and how gut dysbiosis is linked to most illness & disease, e.g. frequent colds , allergies , asthma, & autoimmune disorders.
- understand the importance of cleansing and the ways to avoid & protect against environmental toxins
- adopt rituals & routines to help calm the nervous system & switch to rest & digest ; and support the lymphatic system for better immunity.
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Services & pricing
Working hours
Tuesdays: 14.00 - 19:00Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
Beth Sykes BSc (Hons) Health Studies, PG Dip Ed, ITEC/Dip MLD
Beth is a fully qualified MLD massage therapist, with a background in professional health education and research. Her interest in holistic therapy started over 30 years ago after suffering from persistent migraines, anxiety and panic attacks. She recalls her attacks starting as young as eight years old, and they continued to plague her throughout her teens and early twenties. Beth remembers feeling helpless at times but she found great comfort in reading, and this naturally extended to non-fictional literature related to overcoming illness and disease. The acquired knowledge empowered Beth to take responsibility for her wellbeing and incorporate positive strategies to help her get well. This included eliminating processed foods, limiting exposure to environmental toxins. incorporating cleansing protocols, and focussing on bodywork, such as yoga, massage and breath work.
Beth moved to Japan shortly after university to teach and promote British culture. Beth has spent much of her working life in East Asia, and this has not only influenced her own way of life, but also inspired her to educate and encourage others to adopt health rituals, and take a ‘root cause/whole body’ approach to healing. Her time spent in Hong Kong, where her son was born, was when her work involved delivering in-house health programmes to help prevent stress induced sickness. Her focus has always been on the importance of stress relieving methods, and working on the premise that stripping back and removing toxins to aid the body’s detoxification pathways is a vital first step to give the body space to heal. This has led Beth to study bodywork further and go on to specialise in Manual Lymphatic Drainage treatments.
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Welcome to The Gut-Lymph Link
Start your journey to a healthier & stronger you! Transform your life by transforming your gut.
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