this was amazing. i suddenly had a lump under my arm. it was sore and I thought I had breast cancer or a cyst. I came upon Heather's site. I did the head and neck drainage as she suggests first. then did the arm and armpit drainage. It's amazing. The pain is gone. The lump has decreased a lot. Heather, I can't thank you enough. I wish I lived near Louisville. I'd give you a big hug right now.
Ya, I have the same lumps under both arms after I became pregnant- after pregnancy it’s still there; and my doctor said I just need to loose weight... I was only 135 lb than.. even my upper arms are swollen and sometimes tingly and he said it was just because I need to loose weight nothing else :/ Yes, I stop seeing him from than on.. happy I found this info.. thank u.. let’s see if I can solve this issue I’m having!
S N It may be the accessory breasts. Normally not a problem but when you are pregnant and breastfeeding they can get swollen like your regular breasts. Just maybe.
I am a breast cancer survivor and have had no problem with adema for over a year but that has changed recently due to an injury to the arm. The massage is the thing that reduced the swelling in my arm and reduced the pain. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with those of us who need it so much. I went to a professional therapist to reduce the swelling but need to do a constant routine of self massage to keep the arm healthy.
Thank you, Heather. This is EXTREMELY helpful. It really helps to know where this fluid is supposed to drain to and then to see you demonstrate the movements. I also have anatomy and physiology books in hand, but you do a better job of presenting the big picture.
I had this done at my doctors office and couldn't believe it really worked! Just watched this so I can do it myself, just like my doc did it! Thanks Heather.
Thanks for your advice, Heather, I have just found a local person familiar with lymphatic drainage massage and will seek her expertise. Cheerio, and thanks for sharing your knowledge via TH-cam; it 's been a great help to me!
The best lymphatic draining massaged videos I’ve seen on TH-cam! I’ve been looking since last year. I keep having my lymph node swelling under my left arm right before my cycle starts. I wear natural deodorant if any! So I’m not sure why this keeps happening.
Thanks so much for posting these! I can't believe I stumbled on them. I have had lymphedema in my right arm for ten years now. The exercises I was given were soooo long and involved. On top of wrapping and bandaging! This is fairly quick and hits some points I wasn't given. Thanks again!!!!
Thanks for the information. This is really helpful and i could not have made improvements to my health without your fee massage information. I have been to many specialists and nobody could help me or tell me what was wrong.I had to work it out on my own after many hours on the internet. Thanks sooooooooo much.XXXXXXXXX
Thank you for your you tube video. There was so much to take in at the therapist's office. Your visual review and explanation was so helpful. Bless you!
@iredaleorama It depends on how many were removed and how the tissue has healed up since then. I would check with your surgeon to make sure it's a good fit, but if she OKs it, this can help with fluid removal from the arm. If you have pitting or hard edema, you should probably see someone who specializes in lymphatic drainage massage so that they can create a specific self-massage routine for you based on your surgery and your treatment plan.
I recently attended a lymphedema clinic for advice since having mastectomy and axillary node dissection. I was told categorically to avoid the axilla on the affected side, but to clear the lymphatics toward the unaffected axilla. I feel I should point this out as I suspect a large majority of people seeking advice on lymphatic drainage in the arm might be coming with this condition.
Thank you so much, this is a great video. I had a double mastectomy three years ago and reconstruction. My left implant is encapsulated and so painful. I saw my wonderful massage therapist yesterday to try and work it out. My surgeon suggested I try 6 sessions before surgery. It was the most painful thing ever!!! I can not imagine endure more. My left arm is now really swollen...so I sought out your video. I sat and did everything you said. I feel empowered by your video, thank you. What are your feelings about massage helping with an encapsulated implant..?? Thanks again, I loved your video!!! XO
Thank you SO much!!! My right hand was so swollen I couldn’t get my ring on all day. I hadn’t even finished doing the neck points when the swelling started going down in my hand. By the time I was done all the reps, my ring was sliding off and on my finger with no problem.
I had swollen glands under my armpits for a long time. I bought a inversion table, since then no more swollen glands, have not had any shots in hips as they hurt. That was 2012 and it is 2023, still no pain or swollen glands. Best Buy I ever made. I have it in my room so I can use anytime.
What happened to that awesome video of draining the arms using a variety of movements and exercises instead of massage? Like up down broomstick, etc. I really want to re-watch it. Thanks Heather
Thank you Heather for this video tutorial...very helpful and taking my fears away! I am dealing with major symptoms/effects from cat scratch fever, am working in a developing nation so not going to the doctor (unless desperate). The scratch on my thumb led to armpit lymphadenitis, and now lymphatic cording (thank you, Google) (amongst many other effects)...pretty scary stuff. Doing your technique 3x/day, plus self-lymphatic drainage massage, plus yoga. Fingers crossed!
Wonderful instructions. Easy to understand and follow. I had my lymph nodes removed in my left arm during a mastectomy. My left arm was always swollen. I now have no swelling, but a frozen shoulder. Could this be linked?
+Reflxons It has been a year you made this comment. If your lymph nodes were removed and you have swelling in that arm, you are at risk in developing lymphedema. Please look for a certified lymphedema therapist in your area, you need to protect your left arm from cuts, insect bites, burns, or anything that hurts your arm because this will trigger lymphedema. You must wear compression garments for your arm and receive lymphatic drainage but redirecting the lymph towards healthy lymph nodes. This lymphatic drainage of this video won't really help you since you need to know how to redirect the lymph of your left arm towards healthy lymph nodes. So find a certified lymphedema therapist. Hope you feel better.
Thank you for this reply. I too had lymph nodes removed from under my arm and I remember my doctor saying something about draining to healthy lymph nodes, but I don't remember how to do that. I guess I will need to find a treatment facility too.
Thanks Heather. For a post lymphectomy breast ca , with unhealing fibrotic ulcer under the arm pit , is it safe to massage under the arm pit area? I will recommend this exercise to my group
Lymphatic massages, is this a massage that any massage parlor/facility will do? Or is this a type of massage that needs to be done in a medical facility?
I have had a mastectomy and lymph node removal on the left side; my left arm swells so I was hoping this would work even with lymph nodes missing? please confirm
please can you tell me how many times a week one should have Lymphatic Draining machine is it one a week or more or everyday i seem to have more swelling and discomfort operated by the doctor thankyou
Would you recommend this practice if you have swollen lymph nodes due to a skin infection? My arm pit hurts and my lymph along my forearms hurt to touch.
That it works. Your body is getting rid of toxins and it's not uncommon that it shows up in form of red spots, pimples or an increase of eczema/psoriasis if you suffer from those kind of skin issues. The skin can tell us a lot about what's going on the inside of our bodies, we just need to pay attention and listen. And not that you asked for any, but my tip is to drink lots of fresh water, focus on eating healthy whole food (with no nasty animal products) and don't massage too much or quit for a while if it get's really bad so it doesn't become overwhelming.
That really looks almost too simple. I had lymph nodes removed due to breast cancer that had spread to some of the lymph nodes. Is this really good for that? I get numbness in the back of my arm and down to the elbow as well as my shoulder.
I wished I could do this on my own. But I am not able to because of exdream swelling. In my elbows my hands are Very much with artwriters and they are not flexible. My God, I wished..
Old spice, DO NOT USE. Been having problems with my lymph node under my right arm, numbness... Weak I stopped using that pit stick and now it happens less frequent. If continues I'm going in. I will sue old spice, idc if it's just me. They have no right to poison us. I'm disappointed and I really hope people pay attention to my comment. It sucks I want this numbness to go away... Something is pushing on my nerve under my arm.
this was amazing. i suddenly had a lump under my arm. it was sore and I thought I had breast cancer or a cyst. I came upon Heather's site. I did the head and neck drainage as she suggests first. then did the arm and armpit drainage. It's amazing. The pain is gone. The lump has decreased a lot. Heather, I can't thank you enough. I wish I lived near Louisville. I'd give you a big hug right now.
Pam H
Boy, I hope you saw a Dr to rule out cancer!
Same here had a huge swell in my pit and it did the same for me
@@cherylrichardson2373 If it decreased with massage then it's obviously not cancer, duh.
Ya, I have the same lumps under both arms after I became pregnant- after pregnancy it’s still there; and my doctor said I just need to loose weight... I was only 135 lb than.. even my upper arms are swollen and sometimes tingly and he said it was just because I need to loose weight nothing else :/
Yes, I stop seeing him from than on.. happy I found this info.. thank u.. let’s see if I can solve this issue I’m having!
S N It may be the accessory breasts. Normally not a problem but when you are pregnant and breastfeeding they can get swollen like your regular breasts. Just maybe.
could never expect a doctor to even mention this stuff, thanks for the techniques
I am a breast cancer survivor and have had no problem with adema for over a year but that has changed recently due to an injury to the arm. The massage is the thing that reduced the swelling in my arm and reduced the pain. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with those of us who need it so much. I went to a professional therapist to reduce the swelling but need to do a constant routine of self massage to keep the arm healthy.
I have a lymphoid on my collar bone for 30 years can I drain that
Thank you, Heather. This is EXTREMELY helpful. It really helps to know where this fluid is supposed to drain to and then to see you demonstrate the movements. I also have anatomy and physiology books in hand, but you do a better job of presenting the big picture.
I had this done at my doctors office and couldn't believe it really worked! Just watched this so I can do it myself, just like my doc did it! Thanks Heather.
Thanks for your advice, Heather, I have just found a local person familiar with lymphatic drainage massage and will seek her expertise. Cheerio, and thanks for sharing your knowledge via TH-cam; it 's been a great help to me!
The best lymphatic draining massaged videos I’ve seen on TH-cam! I’ve been looking since last year. I keep having my lymph node swelling under my left arm right before my cycle starts. I wear natural deodorant if any! So I’m not sure why this keeps happening.
Thanks so much for posting these! I can't believe I stumbled on them. I have had lymphedema in my right arm for ten years now. The exercises I was given were soooo long and involved. On top of wrapping and bandaging! This is fairly quick and hits some points I wasn't given. Thanks again!!!!
Kristin Becks
Kristin Becks did it help give rid of the swelling? I’ve had one in my armpit for about 3 years now, really hoping to find a massage that’ll work.
Better than the help I got from rehab for arm Lymphedema. Thank you.
Thanks for the information. This is really helpful and i could not have made improvements to my health without your fee massage information. I have been to many specialists and nobody could help me or tell me what was wrong.I had to work it out on my own after many hours on the internet. Thanks sooooooooo much.XXXXXXXXX
Thank you for your you tube video. There was so much to take in at the therapist's office. Your visual review and explanation was so helpful. Bless you!
@iredaleorama It depends on how many were removed and how the tissue has healed up since then. I would check with your surgeon to make sure it's a good fit, but if she OKs it, this can help with fluid removal from the arm. If you have pitting or hard edema, you should probably see someone who specializes in lymphatic drainage massage so that they can create a specific self-massage routine for you based on your surgery and your treatment plan.
I recently attended a lymphedema clinic for advice since having mastectomy and axillary node dissection. I was told categorically to avoid the axilla on the affected side, but to clear the lymphatics toward the unaffected axilla. I feel I should point this out as I suspect a large majority of people seeking advice on lymphatic drainage in the arm might be coming with this condition.
Thank you so much, this is a great video. I had a double mastectomy three years ago and reconstruction. My left implant is encapsulated and so painful. I saw my wonderful massage therapist yesterday to try and work it out. My surgeon suggested I try 6 sessions before surgery. It was the most painful thing ever!!! I can not imagine endure more. My left arm is now really swollen...so I sought out your video. I sat and did everything you said. I feel empowered by your video, thank you. What are your feelings about massage helping with an encapsulated implant..?? Thanks again, I loved your video!!! XO
Thank you SO much!!! My right hand was so swollen I couldn’t get my ring on all day. I hadn’t even finished doing the neck points when the swelling started going down in my hand. By the time I was done all the reps, my ring was sliding off and on my finger with no problem.
Awe...I was looking everywhere for info on lymphedema...thank you so much for your info on how to massage the lymph nodes.It works.
Thank you for another high quality tutorial!! So glad to have found your channel!!
I had swollen glands under my armpits for a long time. I bought a inversion table, since then no more swollen glands, have not had any shots in hips as they hurt. That was 2012 and it is 2023, still no pain or swollen glands. Best Buy I ever made. I have it in my room so I can use anytime.
Thank you Heather out of everything from literature to videos you have made more sense.
Thank you so much. I'm having lymph drainage issues after almost 2 years of bilateral mastectomy.
I've been getting skin tags on the lymph nodes, so this is helpful. Thank you.
Thank you again for a great video, very helpful!
Wonderful, thank you so much Heather. I am practicing after breast removed and lymph nodes removed. Also started massaging with Ginger oil.
This is amazing! My head feels clearer. Wow!
Such a wonderful massage series - thank you!
Thanks for your great video ..i have been suffering from lymphodeme on both under arms after the massage its gone totally ☺
What happened to that awesome video of draining the arms using a variety of movements and exercises instead of massage? Like up down broomstick, etc. I really want to re-watch it. Thanks Heather
Thank you Heather for this video tutorial...very helpful and taking my fears away! I am dealing with major symptoms/effects from cat scratch fever, am working in a developing nation so not going to the doctor (unless desperate). The scratch on my thumb led to armpit lymphadenitis, and now lymphatic cording (thank you, Google) (amongst many other effects)...pretty scary stuff. Doing your technique 3x/day, plus self-lymphatic drainage massage, plus yoga. Fingers crossed!
Love your video. It is of great help. Thank you Heather.
Wow! This worked! Thank you!
Wonderful instructions. Easy to understand and follow. I had my lymph nodes removed in my left arm during a mastectomy. My left arm was always swollen. I now have no swelling, but a frozen shoulder. Could this be linked?
+Reflxons It has been a year you made this comment. If your lymph nodes were removed and you have swelling in that arm, you are at risk in developing lymphedema. Please look for a certified lymphedema therapist in your area, you need to protect your left arm from cuts, insect bites, burns, or anything that hurts your arm because this will trigger lymphedema. You must wear compression garments for your arm and receive lymphatic drainage but redirecting the lymph towards healthy lymph nodes. This lymphatic drainage of this video won't really help you since you need to know how to redirect the lymph of your left arm towards healthy lymph nodes. So find a certified lymphedema therapist. Hope you feel better.
Thank you for this reply. I too had lymph nodes removed from under my arm and I remember my doctor saying something about draining to healthy lymph nodes, but I don't remember how to do that. I guess I will need to find a treatment facility too.
This video helped me so much. Thank you Heather!
Thanks Heather. For a post lymphectomy breast ca , with unhealing fibrotic ulcer under the arm pit , is it safe to massage under the arm pit area? I will recommend this exercise to my group
Thank you so much for this video Heather I had a mastectomy and I have a lypedema on my left arm now
Are these self-massages good to do as a self-care practice even if I don't have any swelling?
Hello from hopkinsville ky! Your videos are really helping me. Will this message help my finger pain?
Thanks Heather🙏
Lymphatic massages, is this a massage that any massage parlor/facility will do? Or is this a type of massage that needs to be done in a medical facility?
this worked. instantly. thank you!
Where is it the neck one. It would be very helpful if you could add a link in the description please
Thank you
I have had a mastectomy and lymph node removal on the left side; my left arm swells so I was hoping this would work even with lymph nodes missing? please confirm
Thank you so much for the video! I had a question though. How many times a day is a person supposed to do this?
What is this live long and prosper business?
you are great.thank you.
Thank you so much!
Thanks so much or this❤❤❤
can we do this on both arms
Excellent Video
Thani u Heather...Having bilat mastectomy tomorrow..so will hopefully have no problems with circulation.
very informative. ..thx u so much
Is it possible to feel pain around the arm pit if the lymph is clogged up?
Rae Jensen
That’s a question I have also .... thanks for raising it.
Xx
Can we do this massage everyday? when is the best time?
Should this be done on both arms. Will the sagging under the arms get tighten
Live long and prosper..love the Star Trek reference🤗
please can you tell me how many times a week one should have Lymphatic Draining machine is it one a week or more or everyday i seem to have more swelling and discomfort operated by the doctor thankyou
Would you recommend this practice if you have swollen lymph nodes due to a skin infection? My arm pit hurts and my lymph along my forearms hurt to touch.
Same here
I have also a swollen node under my arm bcoz of having tinea skin infection..Any remedies?
Your exercise seems great with a shot a cranberry lemonade in the morning and I have a guy I appreciate you very much. God bless.
Thanks Heather. I hope this works for Mom
Sherrie McDougle b
I have a lump in my left under arm from last 4-5 weeks... and now I feel pain... tell me what should I do?
What a Great Video
Will this help for swollen lymph nodes in breast and armpit?
It helped me
Beautiful!
Is this safe to do if I still have my drains in from my double mastectomy?
Is this massage going to help to get off from lipoma ..??
@Heather Wibbels LMT Thank you dear. You are a godsend. Very unwell here.
I live in Louisville, Ky. I have lipo lymphedema how can I contact you.
perfect thank you!! 😃
Hi I have a swollen lymph nodes in my armpit, that's very pain, the massage work for it? Pls reply me
Banupriya Sagadevan I hope so lol
Thank you Heather
Thanks I'm suffering in injection pain.
What does it mean if I got red spots all over my body after doing this?
That it works. Your body is getting rid of toxins and it's not uncommon that it shows up in form of red spots, pimples or an increase of eczema/psoriasis if you suffer from those kind of skin issues. The skin can tell us a lot about what's going on the inside of our bodies, we just need to pay attention and listen.
And not that you asked for any, but my tip is to drink lots of fresh water, focus on eating healthy whole food (with no nasty animal products) and don't massage too much or quit for a while if it get's really bad so it doesn't become overwhelming.
lymphatic system ever get dry sometimes?
This worked
grazie
That really looks almost too simple. I had lymph nodes removed due to breast cancer that had spread to some of the lymph nodes. Is this really good for that? I get numbness in the back of my arm and down to the elbow as well as my shoulder.
I have clearance from doctors to do this type of massage already.
very nice
Had lymph in my right hand really wished i can do this but with my swollen right fingers i cant do anything with it
Can any body can me why armpits swells????
I have a question a don’t have a lump but I have an indent in one armpit is that something to worry about
I wished I could do this on my own. But I am not able to because of exdream swelling. In my elbows my hands are Very much with artwriters and they are not flexible. My God, I wished..
My arm has been swell and still swell..just wondering if there might be a blockage or something.. just curious
Bless u
I was told by my therapist never to go in the arm pit as it will drain up into the arm
Im in so much pain and have such limited movement that I cant even do the first move 30 times.
Where it hurts?
I want a massage so bad ;_;
The atm part 2:50
Sorry !! My typing is not so good!!!!!!!!!!!! I meant free massage information
Please hindi me
heman
Old spice, DO NOT USE. Been having problems with my lymph node under my right arm, numbness... Weak I stopped using that pit stick and now it happens less frequent. If continues I'm going in. I will sue old spice, idc if it's just me. They have no right to poison us. I'm disappointed and I really hope people pay attention to my comment. It sucks I want this numbness to go away... Something is pushing on my nerve under my arm.
Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you!!
I had a brachioplasty and now have bilateral seromas at the end of insicion site, would this work for me??