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By Angela Heath

Deep Lymphatic Therapy (DLT) was pioneered by an Australian lady, Grace Halliday. Through her experiences, Grace discovered that many degenerative problems are related to dysfunction of the lymphatic system, which, if not addressed, can cause an inability to remove waste and toxic material. This toxicity builds up in various types of tissue resulting in a wide variety of symptoms we then call disease.

The lymphatic system is a complex system of vessels and nodes that collect and neutralise the foreign protein or ingested bacteria in the body. DLT is used to clear the superficial, mid and deep lymphatic vessels throughout the body, which have become congested through trauma. When the body sustains any kind of damage/impact – and this can be any time from birth onwards, including traumatic birth – an area of congestion develops. Over time, this congestion becomes more solid and may hold fluid around the area, thus giving an apparent increase in body size and blocking the natural flow of some body fluids.

Many conditions respond well to this treatment – even such problems as angina, migraine, some cases of diabetes, IBS, low back pain, breast congestion etc. - although it is especially good as an MOT for anyone who wishes to prevent problems for their future. Contraindications are pregnancy, epilepsy and appendicitis.

The treatment is a deep tissue massage, performed systematically upon each part of the body, followed by the use of hot fomentation's (application of steam heat) which liquefy that which has been broken down by massage. The head is treated last leaving the patient feeling very relaxed.

Because it is essential to work on the entire body during a treatment, the duration is usually an hour and half. The first appointment includes a consultation so 2 hours should be allowed.

Angela Heath practices DLT, Aromatherapy and Remedial Massage. Her practice is at The Meeting Room, Kings Langley in Hertfordshire. For more information or an appointment call 07900 168996.

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