Lymphatic drainage is a hands-on technique becoming well-known for its detoxifying effects. But … can it aid in acne treatment? Acne arises from clogged pores due to dead skin cells, oil, or bacteria. Its triggers vary from stress and hormonal … Read more
A New Frontier: Unveiling the Glymphatic System Recent breakthroughs in neuroscience have shed light on the brain’s cleansing mechanism, akin to the body’s lymphatic system. Discovered just a few years ago by neuroscientists at the University of Rochester Medical Center, … Read more
At Sunnybrae Therapeutics, our therapists specialize in using manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage to help treat many conditions but did you know it can also help alleviate stress? Stress reduction involves physiological changes that can leave you feeling rejuvenated, serene, … Read more
The wonders of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) – it’s a gentle, non-invasive treatment, detoxifying our bodies ridding them of unwanted wastes. But be cautious, because after your first MLD session, you might experience a few surprises. Let’s dive into what … Read more
Sandra MacDonald reviews Dr. Peter Schoeb’s “Nutrition & the Lymphatics” “Let thy food be thy medicine.” Dr. Peter Schoeb quotes Hippocrates when speaking of nutrition and the lymphatics. In his many years of practice, he has found that nutrition is … Read more
Although research linking sodium to increased symptoms of lymphedema is minimal, we do know that water tends to follow salt within the human body. Thus, an increase in salt intake can lead to an increase in fluid accumulation making lymphedema … Read more
The importance of self-screening for lymphedema in cancer patients is under-recognized and there are not many tools available to use. Below you will find a few ways to monitor yourself for early signs of lymphedema. This is essential because if … Read more
Do: Elevate the swollen limb Keep moving – muscle contraction helps move the lymph fluid Use compression garments Maintain good skin care & hygiene Avoid, to the best of your ability, cuts, scratches and trauma to the area Use proper … Read more
Over the years, we have all seen this different coloured tape, positioned in different patterns, on different body parts, on athletes during sporting events on TV or elsewhere. What is this mysterious tape? How does it work? And will it … Read more
Osteopathic manual therapists view the body as one whole functional unit. This means that problems in one area of the body will eventually have an impact on all other areas. If you want to improve the body’s inborn ability to … Read more