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Manual Lymphatic Drainage, is a specialized massage technique characterized by gentle, rhythmic movements designed to facilitate the flow of lymph fluid throughout the body. The primary objectives of this technique are to reduce swelling, enhance circulation, and strengthen the immune system by stimulating the lymph nodes to filter waste and toxins effectively.  Great for pre and post surgical procedures and after vaccines. 

Myofascial Release (MFR) is a therapeutic technique designed to alleviate fascial restrictions within the body, with the goals of reducing pain, enhancing mobility, and restoring overall function. This approach employs gentle, hands-on methods to address myofascial pain syndrome, a condition marked by sensitivity and tightness in muscle tissues.  

Trigger points are a defining feature of musculoskeletal conditions, marked by localized, hyperirritable muscle pain and tenderness at specific sites referred to as "trigger points." These points are typically located within taut bands of muscle fibers and can produce pain in the immediate area or refer discomfort to other locations in the body. The underlying causes of this pain often include muscle tightness or injury, as well as contributing factors such as stress accumulation, joint dysfunction, and chronic pain. Trigger points may remain localized or radiate to other areas, resulting in referred pain.

Orthopedic friction is a therapeutic massage technique employed to alleviate subacute and chronic adhesions and scar tissue. This method enhances circulation and helps release tension, particularly around joints and in areas where adhesions may develop within muscles or tendons. Friction is defined as “an accurately delivered penetrating pressure applied through the fingertips.” By utilizing this technique, practitioners aim to maintain mobility within the soft tissue structures of ligaments, tendons, and muscles, while also preventing the formation of adherent scars.