The circulatory system in the human body includes not just the blood circulatory system but also the lymphatic system. While the passage of lymph through the body is slower than that of blood, the lymphatic system is equally crucial.
The lymphatic system is vital for maintaining fluid balance, removing waste, and supporting the immune system.
Lymph, which is essentially recycled excess blood plasma, is filtered from the interstitial fluid (the fluid between cells) and then returned to the lymphatic system. It serves as the body’s main line of defense against foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses. The lymphatic system captures invaders and fights them off, playing a critical role in protecting the body from infections and diseases.
Keeping your lymphatic system healthy is critical for your overall health and well-being. The lymphatic system depends on external forces in order to get the lymph fluid circulating properly. Here are a few things that you can do to ensure that your lymphatic system is functioning optimally.
- Engage in regular exercise. Regular exercise stimulates the circulation of the lymphatic fluid. Add an aerobic whole body exercise to your exercise routine to get the lymph fluid moving. Walking, swimming, pilates, and yoga are all excellent lymph system exercises. Utilizing a rebounder is also an excellent way to move lymph fluid and keep that system flowing.
- Keep your body properly hydrated with water ensures that your lymphatic fluid can flow easily. The rule of thumb is to drink half your body weight in water daily. Ex. 150 pounds equates to about 75 ounces of water a day.
- Use a dry brush on your body to gently stimulate lymph flow. Use a stiff bristled brush and brush your skin with wide, circular, clockwise motions, always brushing towards your heart. Afterwards, take a warm shower to rinse off the exfoliated skin.
- Take nice, slow, deep breaths. Not only is this calming for your brain, it helps your lymphatic system. Breathe deeply so that you can see your abdomen push out.
- Utilize Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy. PEMF therapy enhances the performance of the lymphatic system. By using electromagnetic fields to stimulate cellular repair and regeneration, PEMF helps improve the efficiency of the lymphatic system. This therapy promotes better lymphatic drainage, reduces inflammation, and enhances overall immune function, making it a valuable tool in holistic health care.
- Have a Craniosacral therapy session (CST) with a trained professional. CST is a gentle, hands-on technique that focuses on the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and fluids surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This therapy aims to release tension in the central nervous system, promoting a sense of well-being, encourages healthy lymphatic flow, and enhancing the body’s natural healing processes.
CST can also help release emotional tension that may manifest physically in the body, emphasizing the profound connection between the mind and body. By addressing both physical and emotional stressors, CST facilitates holistichealing and improves overall health.
Combining PEMF therapy with craniosacral therapy can offer significant benefits.
PEMFstimulates and enhances lymphatic function, while craniosacral therapy helps to ensure that the lymphatic system can efficiently drain and detoxify the body. Together, these therapies support the body’s natural defense mechanisms, promoting optimal health and wellness.
Incorporating these tips into a holistic health regimen addresses various aspects of the body’s functionality and immune response, including optimizing your lymphatic system. This way you can enjoy enhanced health outcomes and an improved quality of life.
Sandra Scutelnicu
Craniosacral and Massage Therapist
