WHAT IS LYMPHATIC THERAPY

Lymphatic therapy is the gentle process of removing excess fluid and toxic accumulation in the tissues. It is practiced by Veronica MacKay using a combination of manual lymphatic drainage, and the most advanced lymphatic therapy instruments invented by Sky David. Through this process, one’s overall health and appearance is improved. Sky-David’s lymphatic machines enhance the flow of all fluid systems of the body making congestion more easily removable than by using Manual Lymphatic Drainage alone.

WHAT IS THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Lymph is a natural body fluid. The lymphatic system is one of the body’s waste removal systems. The lymphatic system’s primary functions are draining protein-containing fluid escaping from blood capillaries out of the tissues, transporting fats from the digestive tract, and enhancing the immune system. It consists of lymphatic vessels and nodes, the tonsils, thymus, and spleen. When lymphatic fluid fails to circulate properly, it accumulates in various tissues of the body and can result in tenderness, pain, bumpiness, stringiness, and puffiness especially in areas of the body such as the neck, underarms, upper arms, breasts, abdomen, groin, thighs, especially the inner thigh area, lower back, knees, behind the knees, and ankles. If left untreated this congestion can lead to many chronic disorders such as pre-menstrual breast pain, breast lumps, cellulite, prostate problems, fatigue, lethargy, poor health, a “cottage cheese” like appearance of the skin, and a decreased immune system. Factors that can lead to a sluggish or congested lymphatic system are improper diet, environmental or heavy metal toxicities, lack of exercise, hormone imbalances, suppressed emotions, stress, surgical removal of lymph glands, scar tissue, dehydration, chronic constipation, dental and sinus problems, chronic infections, obesity, and the use of substances that cause fluid retention or increased capillary leakage.

ABOUT VERONICA

Veronica MacKay, is a lymphatic therapist, nutritionist, and holistic health practitioner who began her training in preventative health care in 1978. She has a B.A. in Clinical Psychology / Holistic Health from San Francisco State University, and an M.S. in Holistic Nutrition from The American Holistic College of Nutrition. Veronica is certified in Lymphatic Therapy as well as other body therapy modalities. She has studied at the Rosenberg Rand Institute of Body Psychotherapy, The Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy, the Institute of Quantum Biofeedback Naturopathic Medicine, and the Academy of Bio-Energetic and Integrative Medicine. Veronica is a member of D.A.M.S. (Dental Amalgam Mercury Syndrome), and Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.