InstantForum.NET v4.1.4Horsham Forum - A Community Forum for Horsham and Southwater Residents and Businesseshttp://www.horshamforum.co.uk/horshamforum@dotnetwebs.comSun, 20 Jul 2008 08:16:47 GMT20http://www.horshamforum.co.uk/Topic2780-13-1.aspx<FONT size=3>Hello Beatrix</FONT></P><P><FONT size=3></FONT> </P><P><FONT size=3>Thank you for registering and welcome to the forums.</FONT>Mon, 03 Mar 2008 09:32:50 GMTDotNetWebshttp://www.horshamforum.co.uk/Topic2780-13-1.aspx<STRONG><EM>What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)?</EM></STRONG><P>MLD is a very specialised type of massage that plays an important part of the treatment of lymphoedema. The aim of the massage is to stimulate or move the excess fluid away from the swollen area so that it can drain away normally.</P><P>This is achieved through gentle rhythmical movements of the skin which stimulates the contraction of the lymphatic vessels (the lymphatic system is a supportive system to the circulatory system). This results in the removal of a greater amount of the metabolic waste products and excess fluid from the body's tissues which then enters the lymphatic system. The fluid, now known as lymph, passes through a series of lymph nodes where it is cleansed of dead cells, bacteria and other waste products (=detox). The clean lymph returns then to the blood stream.</P><P><STRONG><EM>Benefits of MLD</EM></STRONG></P><P>MLD</P><UL><LI>is used in the treatment of both primary and secondary lymphoedema</LI><LI>is a key element in the treatment of venous oedema</LI><LI>has successfully been used to aid the healing of leg ulcers</LI><LI>may be used pre and post surgery to aid healing (e.g. orthopaedic surgery, plastic surgery)</LI><LI>speeds up the healing of sports injuries</LI><LI>reduces acne due to detoxing</LI><LI>alleviates flud congestion such as tired puffy eyes and fluid retention due to pre menstrual syndrome (swollen ankles, bloating)</LI><LI>promotes the healing of wounds and burns and can improve the appearance and texture of old scars</LI><LI>helps reduce headaches, migraine and sinusitis</LI><LI>increases bowel/bladder movements by improving elimination</LI><LI>improves some digestive disorders</LI><LI>reduces ME symptoms</LI><LI>reduces stress</LI><LI>stimulates the immune system</LI><LI>induces deep sleep and relaxation</LI><LI>increases the overall sense of well-being</LI></UL><P><STRONG><EM>Therapist</EM></STRONG></P><P>My name is Beatrix Bevernage, a MLD practitioner with many years of experience. I work in a private practice in Richmond, London and I also work from home in Horsham (+home visits).</P><P>I am a member of MLDuk <A href="http://www.mlduk.org.uk/">www.mlduk.org.uk</A></P><P>I am fully insured and qualified.</P><P>Contact details:</P><P><A href="mailto:beatrix.bevernage@gmail.com">beatrix.bevernage@gmail.com</A></P><P>Mobile 07910 714999Sun, 02 Mar 2008 20:20:15 GMTBeatrix