How to Do a Self-Lymphatic Drainage for Left Arm-Breast Cancer Recovery

Manual lymphatic drainage helps to reduce swelling in an area where the lymphatic system is not able to work properly and reroute the lymph flows to healthy lymph nodes. In this video you are going to learn step by step how to do lymphatic drainage to the left arm and reduce the risk of swelling. Please talk with your doctor to give you the okay to start any self massage after surgery. First we start with activating all the healthy lymph nodes.  In this way the healthy lymph nodes are prepared to remove the excess of fluid in an area that has been affected. Then we continue a gentle sequence and finish up with abdominal breathing.  Looking for a printable guide to help you with your manual lymphatic drainage? In this guide you will find easy to follow instructions with pictures to perform a self manual lymphatic drainage in the arm, including breathing techniques. Click here to download and print your handout: https://chauxpt.com/digital-products/ Don't forget…. Always consult with your Doctor before starting any self-manual technique, or exercise. The information in this video is for educational and informational purposes only, its content is provided based upon evidence-based medicine, knowledge, and experience as a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). To learn more: WEBSITE: https://chauxpt.com/ FACEBOOK:   / chauxpt   LINKEDIN:   / doctor-alexandra-chaux-6b90091a5   SUBSCRIBE:    / chauxphysicaltherapy   INSTAGRAM:   / hypopressivecorefit