“To touch can be to give life”
— Michelangelo
Electro-lymphatic therapy (ELT) is a non-invasive, painless treatment that combines vibrational, light, and electrical waves to stimulate the lymphatic system. This advanced therapy aims to enhance lymphatic flow, promoting the removal of toxins and waste products from the body. Unlike manual lymphatic drainage, ELT offers a more efficient and technologically advanced approach to improving lymphatic function. Using specialised equipment to emit gentle electrical waves, ELT encourages the flow of lymph fluid, helping to break down congested lymph fluid and allowing it to move more freely through the body’s filtration pathways.
The treatment process involves using glass probes containing inert gases like Argon, Krypton, and Xenon, which ionise to produce energy and ions that penetrate the lymph system, aiding in detoxification and promoting lymphatic drainage at a deeper level than manual techniques. During an ELT session, you’ll lie comfortably in one of our peaceful treatment rooms while a trained therapist uses the ELT device to deliver electronic waves. The treatment focuses on areas where lymphatic flow needs enhancement, often following the body’s natural lymphatic pathways. Sessions usually last between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on your needs, health condition and how your body responds to the therapy. The experience is relaxing and painless, often like a light, rhythmic massage.
ELT’s benefits include:
- Reduces swelling and inflammation
- Boosts circulation and immune function
- Enhances the parasympathetic nervous system
- Supports healing and accelerates recovery from operations
- Improves skin health
- Speeds up sports recovery
- Alleviates pain
- Promotes deep sleep
By enhancing lymphatic flow, ELT aids in removing toxins and supports immune system function, which can reduce swelling and inflammation in the body. It also alleviates pain by reducing inflammation and promoting healing, benefiting athletes seeking to improve recovery times. Additionally, ELT can reduce acne breakouts and eczema flare-ups by improving lymphatic drainage for healthier skin.
The frequency of ELT sessions depends on individual lifestyle, health needs and goals. Two to three sessions per week may be recommended for acute conditions like post-operative swelling or injury recovery. A schedule of one to two sessions per month is often suitable for maintenance and wellness. Individuals with chronic conditions may require ongoing sessions based on their health needs.
Contraindications
With any medical electronic device, the contraindications are standard:
- Do not use on any person with a pacemaker
- Do not use on pregnant women
- Do not use on any person with a history of epileptic seizures unless under MD supervision
- Do not use on persons with known thrombosis; therapy might dislodge a blood clot
- Do not use on open wounds; may cause shocking sensations