Assisted Lymphatic Therapy (ALT)
Assisted Lymphatic Therapy (ALT) is a light touch non-invasive, painless, and relaxing technique that decongests and prompts the movements of stagnant lymph back into circulation. This is done by the practitioner utilizing the Rightway XP2 machine that has a combination of light, sound and three inert gases (Xenon, Argon, Krypton). The effect created by the light, sound vibration and flow of electrons as they are ionized through the transmission head which cause a disassociation of trapped proteins within the interstitial (space between your cells). Trapped proteins in the interstitium hold water and cause swelling and blockages. This causes the thread like vessels to swell and no longer effectively pass along the lymph through its normal means of transportation in the lymphatic system. When stagnant lymph is dislodged, it can flow out into its normal filtration and reabsorption channels.
Assisted-lymphatic practitioners can facilitate nature by stimulating the natural peristaltic contractions of the layers of muscles located along the lymphatic pathways, also known as lymphangions. Stagnating fluids, toxins and wastes will be drained through the flow of lymph; therefore, this type of circulation will accelerate all healing processes from the deep to the superficial lymphatic system.
The lymphatic system is a network of tissues, vessels, and organs that work together to move a colorless, watery fluid called lymph back into your circulatory system (bloodstream). The lymphatic system has three main functions:
· Fluid balance: lymphatic system collects excess fluid from cells and tissues throughout the body and returns it to the bloodstream. This function also assists with nutrient transport.
· Absorption: lymph pulls fluid from intestines that contain fats and proteins and transport it back to the bloodstream
· Immune system: L.S. produces and releases lymphocytes (white blood cells) and other immune cells and monitor and then destroy foreign invaders such as bacteria, viruses, parasite, and fungi.
· Waste and toxins: Transports and removes waste products and abnormal cells from the lymph.
When the lymphatic circulation slows down, the regeneration of cells becomes less effective. This condition allows toxins and proteins to accumulate around the cells, causing cellular oxygenation to decrease and tissues regeneration to diminished and further slow the immune system.
What makes the lymphatic system impaired?
Swelling
Chronic inflammation
Lack of physical activity
Stress
Fatigue
Emotional shock/ trauma
Poor diet
Hormone imbalance
Age
Poorly fitted undergarments
Damaged or removal of lymph nodes
Pollution
Surgery
What helps the lymphatic system move?
Deep Breathing (breathe work)
Rebound exercising (jumping)
Sweating
Manual or assisted lymphatic therapy
How To Keep lymphatic system Healthy:
Avoid exposure to toxic chemicals like pesticides, cleaning products, and other pollutants or endocrine disruptors
Drink plenty of water so lymph can move
Maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and a balanced diet.
When your lymphatic system is not functioning properly due to congestion, the cells quickly become malnourished creating the ideal environment for disease to take over.
ALT shows advantages in helping:
Detoxing the body and removing barriers to lymphatic drainage
Scares, stretch marks, wrinkles and fracture, or surgical-incision sites are improved by cellular regeneration
The function of the immune system is stimulated and increased. The increase flow carries more antigens to the lymph nodes which helps with the inflammatory processes
Increase function in parasympathic system to help with “flight or fight” response. ALT soothes the nervous system
Managing stress, depression, and sleeping disorders.
Reduces chronic pain, fatigue, and fibromyalgia
Relieves discomforts for fibrocystic breasts
Relives chronic joint pain, muscles pains, and aids in sinus drainage
Rerouting pathways after lymph node removal
Weight loss
Common Conditions compatible with ALT:
Lyme Disease
Lymphedema and edema
Majority of Autoimmune disorders or diseases (ex. Fibromyalgia, POTS, etc)
General inflammation
General Detox and wellness
Gut dysbiosis (leaky gut)
Sinus issues
Cardiovascular
Cancer
Cosmetic Enhancement
Pre and Post surgery recovery
Enlarged prostate
Weight loss
Hormone imbalance
Acne
Constipation
Cellulite
Poor circulation
Poor sleep
….and more.
What to expect before and during an appointment:
Drinking lots of water before and after appointment.
Client is undressed and draped with blankets on massage table in a relaxed and comfortable environment. The Biomat is turned on low to provide extra warmth and comfort and assist with the detoxification process. Men will be asked to wear cotton underwear as part of their service. The client is gently massaged with the transition heads in particular patterns across the body. The transmission heads do go over the breast tissue as there are some major lymph nodes in that area and is crucial for women’s health.
What to expect after a treatment with ALT:
Because everyone’s body is different with different toxic loads, various outcomes will be achieved after an assisted lymphatic therapy session. Some common experiences may include (but is not definite or limited to):
Feeling “floaty”
Feeling a sense of calm in the body
Slight brain fog
Some will have more energy, others will have less after session
Fatigue a couple hours after
Headache
Emotional release instead of physical
Increased urination
Change in bowel movements
Increase sleep or sleeping through the night
Increase thirst
Some may have feelings of euphoria
Increased energy the following week
Nervous system regulations