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Lisa Levitt Gainsley, a certified lymphedema therapist based in Santa Monica, explains, “The lymph is connected to immunity, digestive health and even brain health. Manual lymphatic drainage circulates immune cells through your body and increases the absorption and transportation of excess fluid, which flushes toxins from your tissues, prevents inflammation and balances your nervous system.” Levitt Gainsley recommends regular sessions to prevent the lymphatic system from becoming overloaded, which can lead to health problems down the road.
Ultimately, says Levitt Gainsley, while before and after pictures are impressive, “It’s about more than just dropping a few pounds before a red carpet event. The way I see it is like yoga. People come to lymphatic massage to get a better body and then discover the inner benefits.”
