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Neuro-lymphatics 2/3 - when waste isn’t cleared
The glymphatic system is critical for the health of our brains. As a transportation system, the glymphatic system clears out metabolic waste, especially the proteins that act as toxins to the brain. It helps distribute nutrients. It helps with moving signals between brain cells. It maintains homeostasis and immune function in the brain.
Degenerative brain diseases are often characterized by the accumulation of protein molecules - those same protein molecules that the glymphatic system helps to clear.
Neuro-lymphatics 1/3 - how the brain clears waste
I’ve started offering a new type of bodywork this past fall that I’m calling neuro-lymphatic drainage. I’m incredibly excited about it, and think it’s going to be transformative for a lot of people. I also want to be clear about why I’m excited - there’s a lot of nonsense out there in the wellness world, and it can be hard to tell what’s for real.
Lymphatic Massage for Yourself
Using hands or other tools in a specific sequence, we can encourage the lymph system to do its job more efficiently. While there are additional benefits to receiving lymphatic massage from someone else, it’s possible to use your own hands in that same sequence to get many of the benefits at home. The sequence for lymphatic massage are easiest to understand once we understand how the lymphatic system works.