Emil estrid vodder who developed this technique in 1930 to manage chronic sinusitis and to address other immune disorders.

Manual lymph drainage veterinary. Manual lymph drainage lymphatic drainage massage is a very gentle manual technique widely used in europe and in larger cities across the us to increase lymphatic flow in the body which in turn stimulates immune function. Manual lymph drainage for equine lymphoedematreatment strategy and therapist training c. Chapters are structured according to anatomic regions focusing on the lymphatic knots and their tributary regions in the throat armpit trunk and groin. This is a technique used to remove waste fluids that build up following surgery.

Although established for decades in human medicine foldi et al. If youve ever had a surgery on your lymph nodes your doctor may have suggested lymphatic drainage massage. Harmful substances are removed from the system and neutralized in the lymph nodes by lymphocytes white blood cells. Equine manual lymph drainage emld is a relatively new non invasive holistic therapy and originated in germany.

Lymph itself is a clear slightly yellow fluid. The holistic equine academy of lymphedema heal is the first of its kind to offer equine manual lymph drainage for our equine professionals. Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fluids around the body. This manual lymph drainage guide covers the anatomy physiology and pathophysiology of the lymphatic system providing key background information necessary for effective treatment.

Manual lymph drainage mld is a treatment option applied directly to the lymphatic system. The goal of lymphatic drainage in the massage is to increase the flow of lymph and reduce toxins in the body. Fedele department of functional and applied anatomy hannover medical school oe 4120 carlneubergstr1 30625 hannover germany. Lymphatic massage also called lymphatic drainage or manual lymph drainage is a technique developed in germany for treatment of lymphedema an accumulation of fluid that can occur after lymph nodes are removed during surgery.

Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic massage treatment. Our equine companions enjoy the same benefits as humans. The lymph system is part of the dogs bodys immune system and helps fight infection. Furthermore this method does not contravene anti doping regulations and has no side effects.

2006 it is only slowly gaining a foothold in veterinary medicine. Honors belong to dr. What is equine manual lymph drainage. Lymphedema can be present at birth or develop at puberty or during adulthood.