Basic Lymphatic Massage w/ Ellen Gayle Sovinee

Basic Lymphatic Massage aka Lymphatic Drainage 

Day one: A/P of the Lymphatic System including its relation to other systems especially the Immune System; location of the major nodes, superficial and deep lymphatics. Learning and Observing (i.e. palpation, rhythm, frequency and direction of flow) Upper Extremities (face, neck,).

Day two: Upper Extremities: (chest, lymphatic breast care, arms and hands)

Day three: Lower Extremities: deep and superficial nodes of the abdomen, legs and feet. After Demo, students will practice giving an entire lymphatic massage session.

Lymphatic Massage:
• Helps remove metabolic wastes and reduces swelling
• Helps with healing after surgery
• Improves the function of the immune system and increase the production of antibodies to fight off infections
• Reduce inflammation in the body that causes diseases such as arthritis
• Reduces pain and stress and promotes general vitality and well being
• Improves skin conditions
• Regeneration of tissues

What to Bring: Students need to bring or wear sports bra, sheets, blankets. Dress comfortably

Instructor: Ellen Gayle Sovinee (NCBTMB Board Approved CE Provider #450498-07)

Ellen Gayle was initially introduced to the Vodder Method (MLD) but then trained and teacher assisted using the Chikly Method. www.holisticsymmetry.com

For questions about this course please contact the CE Instructor Ellen Gayle S. directly at gsovinee@gmail.com