Vodder

Leduc

Shiatsu

Földi

Immune response

Waste disposal

Oxygen transport

One-way drainage network

Involved in initial development of immune system

Destroys foreign substances at upper entrances of respiratory system

Develops T cells

Produces thymosin

It is similar to peristalsis

It responds to increased pressure from increased fluid

Inhalation and exhalation help move lymph

All of the above

Retention of salt or water

Heart or kidney disease

Excessive protein intake

Medications such as steroids or chemotherapy

Simple edema from surgery or injury

Traveler’s edema

Exercise-induced, delayed-onset muscle soreness

All of the above

Begin at the nodes close to the torso and work distally

Apply deep, forceful strokes to the dermis

Focus pressure on the superficial fascial layer

Special training and supervision are important for clients with lymphatic pathology

It supports and protects structures and viscera, influencing various physiological processes.

It only provides a rigid framework for bones.

It is responsible for producing hormones.

It stores fat for energy.

Between the skin and muscle

Surrounding muscles and creating diagonal sheaths

Between the deep fascia and the membranes lining body cavities

Interconnecting the cranium, spine, and sacrum

Cranial base, cervical thoracic, diaphragm, lumbar and pelvic floor areas

Skin and muscle interface

Deep fascia only

Subserous fascia only