Lymphatic Therapy / Drainage
Alt Med Services uses Lymphstar Pro® technology for lymphatic therapy sessions. This instrument was found to assist and amplify the effects of manual lymph drainage, reducing the time and complexity of the therapy. Lymphatic therapy / drainage is used to stimulate lymphatic flow by removing lymphatic blockages, thus helping to build the immune system. Some conditions reported to have benefited from therapy include breast lumps, inflammation, chronic pain, joint aches, allergies, sinus, respiratory problems, headaches, prostate problems, hormone imbalance and chronic female conditions, cellulite, dental trauma, heavy metal toxicity, neuromusclar trauma, immune and fatigue problems.
This service is $45.00 per treatment. The treatment time is 45 to 55 minutes. We have a dedicated therapy room and our trained professionals will always respect your privacy while attending to your body's needs.
Lymphatic therapy may be helpful for any imbalanced condition of the system as part of a holistic approach to health restoration or maintenance. It is compatible and synergistic with all forms of naturopathic medicine (herbs, nutrition, supplements), bodywork and structural therapies, bio-energy medicine techniques (homeopathy, polarity, radionics, vibrational remedies, electro dermal, etc.), and under the advice of a physician, medical care.
To schedule an appointment please call us at 605.343.2682
Below you will find the primary points that relate to your lymphatic system. For more detailed information about the lymphatic system and the Lymphstar Pro® please visit our Articles & Information pages.
Your Lymphatic System
The lymphatic system is a complicated network of vessels, ducts, and nodes that move fluid between the cells and tissues. It is the most underrated part of the circulatory system in the human body. And sadly, many health-care practitioners rarely consider the critical role lymph plays in preventing sickness and keeping us healthy.
Our lymphatic system is primarily responsible for carrying disease-fighting material to cells attacked by germs, transporting the dead germs away and supplying protein-rich plasma fluid back to the heart. When this system is blocked, we become defenseless against attacks by virus, fungi, and bacteria.
Unlike your venous system, your lymphatic system has no pumping mechanism to keep the fluid circulating through the body. Therefore, the lymphatic system is always at a higher risk for blockage. Blockages can occur from normal stressors such as: illness, tight-fitting clothing including bras, ties, jockey shorts & pantyhose, lack of exercise, Bumps, bruises, and other injuries, exposure to heavy metals, pesticides and herbicides, impaired circulation, food allergies or sensitivities, surgery, or stress.
DID YOU KNOW THAT...
- Your lymphatic system is actually a vital circulatory system with an extensive network of vessels throughout the body.
- Your body contains about 50% more lymphatic fluid than blood.
- Your lymphatic system contains over 600 collection sites
called lymph nodes.
- These nodes are formed at the junction sites of the lymph
vessel network.
- Your lymphatic system is responsible for supplying plasm-rich
protein to your blood as well as carrying away toxins and other debris.
- Your lymphatic system is your primary defense against
bacteria, viruses and fungus.
- Most chronic (disease) problems occur at the junction of
lymph vessels called lymph nodes.
- In men the inguinal nodes, in the crease of the groin, are
the primary channel for release of accumulated lymh from the prostrate.
- In women the axillary nodes, located in the arm pit, are the primary
channel for releasing accumulated lymph from the breasts.
- Cellulite is primarily blocked lymphatic fluid.
An impaired lymphatic system often results in: Colds, Flu and Sinus Problems, Edema & Excess Water Retention, Heart Disease, Fibrocystic & Tender Breast, Cellutlite, Enlarged Prostate, and Cancer.
The good news is that lymphatic health can be restored, even in cases of severe impairment.
Electral Dermal Screening
Alt Med Services uses the Orion® Electral Dermal Screening (EDS) unit, a computer-based system to examine the body. Energy levels are measured and recorded as they relate to various organs and organ systems. These readings will relay the information from the body of either balance, inflammation, or deficiency. Depending on the needs of the individual we will recommend the appropriate herbs, nutrition, enzymes, detoxifying methods, or homeopathy to bring balance back to the body. Our EDS technicians are trained natural health practitioners. More Information
Detoxify the Body
The Cygnus Aqua-Cleanse® is a therapeutic instrument used for detoxifying the body and inducing energetic balance through an ionized water bath for the feet or hands. As toxins are released internally (through the liver, colon, and lymphatic system) and externally (through the skin), we create a siphon effect that can be exploited in detoxification. We often recommend herbal or homeopathic remedies in addition to the Cygnus treatments to provide the necessary substances your body may need to heal itself during and after detoxifying. More Information
Mobile Cell-Com® (MCC) - Bioresonance Therapy
The MCC works with the endogenous oscilations of the patient providing the most personalized treatment possible. Specific programs to address the various body organs or body systems gives us the ability to target your treatment while the MCC filters out all unnecessary oscillations except for the biological window that needs to be addressed. Common clinical treatment applications include allergies, mycotic infestation, inflammation, pain, degenerative conditions, white blood cell stimulation, immune cell activily...we have access to 543 different treatment programs. More Information
Health Education Classes
Join us on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:00 p.m. at Alt Med Services in Black Hawk, SD for health information that will change your life! We have Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions with each session lasting 10 weeks. Instructors include Cory Carter, Randy McCormick, and Linda Kushman. More Information
Korean Hand Therapy
Randy McCormick provides this service as an effective method to reduce acute and chronic pain and to target specific organs and organ systems that need balance. Bringing the body into balance through hand acupuncture points can be done with or without needles which makes it an excellent treatment for both children and adults. More Information
Therapeutic Massage
Massage therapy holds an important role in health care by acting directly on the muscular, nervous, circulatory and lymphatic (immune) systems. It is effective in the control of pain chronic or acute, in stress reduction, and in creating a sense of relaxation and well-being. Rochelle Jones, our massage and lymphatic therapist, provides massages based on the individual needs of the client.
Alt Med Services
8035 Black Hawk Road, Suite 3
Black Hawk, South Dakota 57718
Phone: 605.343.2682
Fax: 605.348.4665
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