Abby Maleport
Nutritional information for lymphedema and lipedema: Things to consider
The information included in this blog is intended for informational purposes and should not be used as an end all be all! Everybody's...
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Abby Maleport
- Feb 11, 2021
- 1 min
Educational Series: What is lymphedema
Lymphedema is an under-recognized and under-diagnosed chronic disease that if not caught early could lead to a reduced quality of life. ...
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Abby Maleport
- Jan 28, 2021
- 1 min
My basic overview of the lymphatic system
If your lymphatic system did not recover the protein rich liquid, the body would probably develop major systemic edema, auto-intoxication...
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Abby Maleport
- Jan 14, 2021
- 4 min
Why lymphatic drainage massage can help Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is an often debilitating syndrome that is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep,...
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Abby Maleport
- Dec 31, 2020
- 3 min
What to expect after a lymphatic massage
So you are considering getting a lymphatic massage, but curious what will happen afterwards? I have the answers for you. Now remember,...
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Abby Maleport
- Dec 17, 2020
- 2 min
Why is a CLT (certified lymphedema therapist) different than a LMT (licensed massage therapist)?
Why is a CLT different than a LMT when deciding on who to pursue lymphatic massage sessions with? Having gone through both trainings I...
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Abby Maleport
- Dec 3, 2020
- 3 min
Ways to stimulate your lymphatic system
Our lymphatic system is a open loop system that is comprised of pre-collectors, lymph nodes and lymph vessels that are all connected and...
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Abby Maleport
- Nov 5, 2020
- 3 min
What can you do as a breast cancer survivor to know your risk of developing lymphedema
It's a staggering number that represents the number of women (and men) that are affected by breast cancer. Statistics taken from...
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Abby Maleport
- Nov 3, 2020
- 3 min
Infrared sauna benefits to your health
Sauna bathing is a form of thermotherapy that has been used for centuries in many parts of the world for hygiene, health, spiritual and...
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Abby Maleport
- Oct 22, 2020
- 3 min
The simplest way to stimulate your lymphatic system-diaphragmatic breathing
I get asked a lot how to simulate your lymphatic system at home. I want to talk about the easiest way that requires no equipment and can...
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Abby Maleport
- Oct 8, 2020
- 3 min
Lymphatic drainage massage is a MUST HAVE before and after surgery
In Europe, lymphatic drainage is commonly prescribed by physicians and surgeons and is widely available in hospitals to speed healing...
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Abby Maleport
- Sep 24, 2020
- 3 min
Why I add facial/neck drainage to every lymphatic massage. This may be the best prevention of COVID
Every human body has anywhere from 500-700 lymph nodes dispersed throughout, and a large portion of them are in the head and neck. As a...
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Abby Maleport
- Sep 10, 2020
- 3 min
Why are not all lymphatic massages the same??
I want to start by saying what I do in my practice is actually not even lymphatic massage. It is truly called manual lymphatic drainage....
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Abby Maleport
- Aug 27, 2020
- 2 min
#1 Question I get asked regarding lymphatic drainage massage
After many years of performing manual lymphatic drainage massage it is clear that the number one thing folks want to know is: Where does...
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Abby Maleport
- Aug 13, 2020
- 3 min
How often should I get a lymphatic massage?
This is a question that I often get, and I wish the answer was more simple. Stay with me here. The answer is, it depends. It depends...
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Abby Maleport
- Jul 30, 2020
- 2 min
Dry Brushing...what's it all about and does it stimulate the lymph system?
I am sure many of you have heard of dry brushing and that it can help improve lymphatic drainage. I have some mixed thoughts on this...
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Abby Maleport
- Apr 23, 2020
- 1 min
Article from the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA)
https://www.amtamassage.org/publications/massage-therapy-journal/manual-lymphatic-drainage/ "Go with the Flow: Manual Lymphatic Drainage"...
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Abby Maleport
- Apr 15, 2020
- 1 min
Video of a whole body lymphatic drainage massage
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1uFa-lioLbtrGqT316fkWFNyCVTcWDpW6 I am unable to upload the video directly to this blog post, however I...
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Abby Maleport
- Jan 29, 2020
- 1 min
Amazing sinus relief and swelling reduction results!
Amazing sinus relief and calf swelling reduction in one session!
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