Question 1

had a manuel lymph massage today she said my lymph was stagnant in places what does this mean and how can i get it to flow is this a cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

Lymph: The lymph system drains the "sludge" out of our systems.  It does not have it's own pump and relies on bodily movement to help put it along.  Massage Therapists include some or a lot of lymph drainage in their treatments.  For a true diagnosis you need to see your MD/DO.  Peace and good health.

Question 2

recommended exercises and massage for after lymph node removal?

Accepted Answer

Risky activities: Lymph nodes monitor the status of the lymph which contains white cells that have eaten bacteria, viruses, etc and digested food too thick to go into the arteries/veins. Are delicate structures that when removed may reduce lymph flow.  Further damage can occur if their area is further traumatized with unmonitored exercise and massage.  Your surgeon is the best guide to what to do , how soon/often.

Question 3

what's the reason massage of the lymph system removes toxins?

Accepted Answer

Lymph: Lymphedema is a collection of protein debris. The lymph channels may be small or the numbers low. Proximal massage can help the channels "unplug" and allow return of the lymph up to the chest area where it is gotten rid of by the body. The lymph protein is considered breakdown products ie toxins.

Question 4

can hair dressers and massage therapists give head neck shoulder massages around swollen lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That is very ok as long as u enjoy it to your full satishfaction.

Question 5

is it true that lymph drainage massage help someone with follicular non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

No: Lymphatic drainage massage will not help or harm a patient with follicular lymphoma except it may relieve some anxiety.

Question 6

can u still get massages if you had lymph nodes removed under arm and breast area from cancer?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: In fact it's a very good thing.  There's a special type of massage called "lymphdrainage" that's very good for people who've had their lymph nodes removed and have swelling.  Can't hurt to start now, even if you don't have swelling.

Question 7

can you please explain why a swollen lymph node is a contraindication to a massage?

Accepted Answer

Swollen lymph node: Because a swollen lymph node could represent infection that has been filter from the body into the lymph node where the body can destroy it. Massage could then propel & disseminate the infection back out to the body and this could be dangerous.

Question 8

would a cancerous lymph node go down in size with heat and massage? or would it just continue to grow?

Accepted Answer

Won't touch it: Only powerful remedies (surgery, radiation, chemotherapy) touch cancer. In fact, even a benign enlarged lymph node from a nearby infammatory process won't get smaller if heated / massaged unless it would have done the same by itself.

Question 9

i had pulled neck muscle and was told to massage it.  i think i ended up irritating the neck lymph nodes .  what can i do to ease the lymph nodes.  it is dangerous to do that?  not massaging the neck anymore; obviously a bad ides.  thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Often when a muscle is strained or injured it will go into spasm. When the muscle is massaged it can irritate the muscle and cause more pain and more spasm. When the muscle is stretched, the normal mechanism of the muscle is to relax. This can be done with physical therapy and with some physician assisted manipulative therapy. Also, ice to the area can help reduce the spasm and pain quickly.

Question 10

i have enlarged lymph nodes due to follicular lphoma, what are thoughts on massage?  will it cause any problems?

Accepted Answer

Likely not: There should be no issue, but would suggest you ask your oncologist first.

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Had a manuel lymph massage today she said my lymph was stagnant in places what does this mean and how can i get it to flow is this a cause for concern?

A member asked:

Recommended exercises and massage for after lymph node removal?

A member asked:

What's the reason massage of the lymph system removes toxins?

A member asked:

Can hair dressers and massage therapists give head neck shoulder massages around swollen lymph nodes?

A member asked:

Is it true that lymph drainage massage help someone with follicular non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

A member asked:

Can u still get massages if you had lymph nodes removed under arm and breast area from cancer?

A member asked:

Can you please explain why a swollen lymph node is a contraindication to a massage?

A member asked:

Would a cancerous lymph node go down in size with heat and massage? or would it just continue to grow?

A member asked:

I had pulled neck muscle and was told to massage it. i think i ended up irritating the neck lymph nodes . what can i do to ease the lymph nodes. it is dangerous to do that? not massaging the neck anymore; obviously a bad ides. thank you?

A member asked:

I have enlarged lymph nodes due to follicular lphoma, what are thoughts on massage? will it cause any problems?

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