MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE IN BASEL
Lymphatic drainage uses gentle techniques and stroking movements in combination with careful massage to help reduce tissue swelling caused by oedema, injuries or surgical procedures.
Edema is caused by fluid accumulation in the tissue, which can cause swelling. Normally, excess fluid is removed without any problems. However, if there is a blockage, for example due to the severing of lymphatic channels during an operation, this can lead to a build-up that causes swelling. This is particularly common in limbs such as the arms or legs.
How is lymphatic drainage used?
Manual lymphatic drainage is particularly effective for swelling in the arms and legs and can significantly promote the healing process. Regular use supports the recovery process, for example after surgery.
This form of therapy is also ideal for venous insufficiency and orthopaedic and traumatological conditions that are associated with swelling. It can also have a supportive effect on complaints such as burns, whiplash, migraines and similar symptoms. Continuous manual lymphatic drainage is particularly useful after operations to speed up healing.
The treatment also helps to improve the elasticity of scar tissue and promote the formation of new lymphatic channels in the affected tissue sections, effectively reducing swelling.
When should lymphatic drainage be avoided?
Manual lymphatic drainage should be avoided in the case of
- Acute thrombosis
- Untreated malignant diseases
- Severe heart failure
- Acute septic infections
- Decompensated cardiac insufficiency
- Tumor diseases
- Fever
- Unclear inflammatory processes
- Erysipelas (erysipelas)
- Cardiac oedema
Under certain conditions, lymphatic drainage can be used for
- Chronic inflammation
- Survived thromboses
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- Thyroid dysfunction
- pregnancy
- asthma
Important: In these cases, it is essential to seek medical advice beforehand.
How does lymphatic drainage work at Origin Massage in Basel?
At the beginning of the therapy session, there will be a detailed initial consultation in which you and your therapist will discuss the most important aspects of your state of health. This discussion usually lasts 5 to 20 minutes and is used to determine the goals and focus of the treatment on an individual basis.
Afterwards, you will have enough time to get changed and lie down comfortably on the couch.
The treatment is tailored specifically to your previously expressed needs. Your therapist will be available at all times during the session to answer any questions or provide feedback in order to tailor the therapy to your needs.
At the end of the session, you have the option of making further appointments for follow-up treatments if required in order to continue your therapy plan.
Duration & Booking
A lymphatic drainage at Origin Massage Basel usually takes between 45 and 75 minutes. It depends on your concern how much time is needed. If you are unsure, contact us by phone +41 (0) 44 500 02 53, or by email info@origin-massage.ch, we will be happy to advise you.
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Classical massage
For normal tension without severe pain, book the Classic Massage.
Medical Massage
When you suffer from acute or chronic pain book a medical massage.
Sports massage
A massage with strong pressure. It can be used for the prevention and regeneration of the body before and after workouts.
Pregnancy massage
From the first month you can come to us for massage. The treatment is adjusted to the month of pregnancy.
Myofascial release
The aim is to detach different tissue layers from each other in order to eliminate discomfort.
Trigger point therapy
Pain points in the muscle are treated, which are often perceived as punctual hardenings and trigger pain.
Deep Tissue Massage
This involves working with a lot of pressure in depth and loosening fascia and muscles.
Lymphatic Drainage
In the case of swellings that occur, among other things, after operations or weakness of the veins, pregnancy, etc., the water in the tissues is eliminated more quickly here by lymphatic drainage.
Foot reflexology massage
The entire body can be influenced and brought back into balance via the foot reflex zones.
THERAPEUTICAL MASSAGE
Tuina
A holistic manual therapy method from Traditional Chinese Medicine. The therapist works along energy pathways and acupuncture points.
Trigger point therapy
The focus lies on muscular pain points that typically present as localized knots, which are treated in a targeted manner to provide lasting relief from discomfort.
Trigger point therapy
This treatment targets specific pain points within the muscle, which often manifest as localized knots and are a common source of discomfort.
Sports massage
A deep-pressure massage designed to support both prevention and recovery, helping the body prepare for and recuperate after physical activity.
Pregnancy massage
You are welcome to visit us from the very first month of pregnancy – each treatment is individually adapted to your current stage of pregnancy.
Pregnancy massage
Massages are available from the very first month of pregnancy, with each treatment tailored to the specific stage of the pregnancy.
Myofascial release
The core focus is the deliberate separation of individual tissue layers, through which existing complaints can be noticeably reduced and resolved.
Myofascial release
The aim of this treatment is to systematically release individual layers of tissue from one another, thereby alleviating existing discomfort.
Foot reflexology massage
By stimulating targeted reflex zones on the feet, the entire organism can be positively influenced and guided back into its natural state of balance.
Foot reflexology massage
By stimulating specific reflex zones on the feet, the entire body can be addressed and brought back into balance.