Lymphatic Facilitation, also called Lymphatic Massage or Lymphatic Drainage Massage (LDM), is a form of massage used to increasing the healing process and the function of the nervous, lymph and muscular systems. Lymph is a clear colorless fluid comprised of water, cellular components, fatty acids, and proteins. Its function is to move these components back to the blood, balance the body's fluids, and remove bacteria from the system. Lymph circulation is improved through gentle, slow, rhythmic movements made in a specific direction and progression on the patient's body. LDM is most commonly used to treat lymphedema. It is also effective in the treatment of colitis, edema, colds, arthritis, allergy conditions, psoriasis and sinus conditions. Increased occurrence of lymphedema in the United States has increased the practice of LDM.
Alexander Von Winiwarter, a Belgian surgeon, developed techniques to treat swollen arms and legs in the 1890s. Emil and Astid Vodder further developed Von Winiwarter's techniques in the 1930s in a system called manual lymph drainage (MLD). LDM practiced in the United States today was modeled after MLD. MLD is also currently practiced in North America and Europe. In the 1970s Michael and Ethel Foldi, two Hungarian physicians, developed Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) by combining MLD with other therapies. CDT is aimed at treating lymphedema through bandaging, exercise, skin care, and massage. <span> </span> LDM is an excellent form of therapy for the many conditions discussed above. However, there are certain conditions that are contraindicative of LDM. These include malignant tumors, phlebitis, infection, thrombosis and major heart problems. It is also important that LDM be used with extreme caution in any condition that can be complicated or exacerbated by increased lymph circulation. Examples of these types of conditions are asthma, congestive heart failure, thyroid conditions, kidney disorders, menstruation and cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. It is also recommended by the National Lymphedema Network that patients taking anticoagulants for vascular disease be screened for blood clots prior to treatment with close monitoring. If pain or infection occurs associated with lymphatic drainage, treatment should be discontinued until it is resolved.
<span>Massage therapists, nurses, naturopathic physicians, occupational therapists, and osteopaths practice LDM. A variety of institutions offer training programs throughout the country for the practice of LDM. These training programs usually entail between 30-130 class hours.</span>
The normal range for a 6-month-old infant's pulse rate is 100 to 160 bpm. This means that the baby is having a heart rate lower than the normal range.
This can be caused by many different things and the nurse should ask the parent to bring their baby back if the pulse stays below 100 bpm for more than 5 minutes.
In case of bradycardia and the baby should be taken to the nearest emergency room immediately and informed to the doctor.
Explanation:
Bradycardia is a condition in which the heart beats below 90 bpm at 6 months old. It is normal for infants to have bradycardia because their heart rate slows down as they sleep.
But persistent bradycardia might occur due to hypoxia or cardiac problems. The baby might treat promptly.
1) don’t use tobacco 2) eat healthy 3) be physically active 4) protect your self from sun 5) get vaccinated 6)avoid risky behaviors 7)get regular medical care
Larry is taking a walk in the park. The pollen in the air makes him sneeze constantly. The line of defense that is his immune system exhibiting is that of "(A) first line of defense." There are only 3 lines of defense in the immune system. The first line of defense are a combination of physical and chemical barriers that prevent all types of foreign agents from penetrating the outer layer of the body. In this case, it is the nasal cavity.
Answer: and eating disorder is basically disordered eating. could mean one restricts food or over eats. most people with eating disorders also have a false sense of themselves.
The four emergencies an office should be equipped to handle are: Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Seizures, asthma attacks and allergic reactions. Natural emergencies are emergencies such as symptoms of a disease or sickness, whereas a man-made one is something like trauma such as a car accident or burns.
