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My Journey with the Lymphatic System

alifrederick

Updated: Sep 18, 2024

A River of Health


Hi, I’m Ali Frederick, the owner of Align Wellness!


Today, I want to share my personal journey with the lymphatic system and how it transformed my life.


In my early 20s, I was struggling with terribly frustrating brain fog, on and off headaches, debilitating fatigue, icky anxiety, and some unfortunate stomach complications (I’ll give you a hint, it rhymes with concentration).


I felt like I was stuck in a swamp. Thick, mossy, and boggy. But then I discovered the lymphatic system! And it was like finding that sweet clear stream that comes through after the swamp cleans the incoming water.


The Lymphatic System: Our Body’s River

The lymphatic system is like a river flowing through our body. It’s made up of tiny streams (lymph vessels) that carry a clear fluid called lymph. This fluid is like the water in a river, transporting waste and toxins. And just like a river, it carries away debris.


When this river flows freely, it keeps our body healthy. But when it gets blocked, it can cause a dam, leading to problems like swelling, headaches, fatigue, brain fog, and chronic pain. It can also cause constipation, skin issues, sinus congestion, and problems with the immune system like getting sick more often!


Discovering Lymphatic Drainage

To navigate these blockages, I learned about a process called lymphatic drainage. It’s like clearing a log jam to let the river flow freely. This process supports the lymph fluid to move more easily through the body and better filter out the waste.


To learn more about lymphatic drainage, I studied the Chickly method and became an advanced practitioner. These methods helped me understand how to keep the lymphatic system flowing.


Incorporating Fascial Work and Massage Therapy

Currently, along with the Chickly methods, I incorporate fascial work and massage therapy into my practice. This combination helps me create a custom treatment plan for my clients, and ensure their fascial and circulatory systems are moving with ease.


Lymphatic drainage and structural health are my favorite systems, and utilize my most effective tools in treatments. And personally, my health no longer feels stuck in the swamp. My rivers are flowing freely, and I feel healthier than ever. And now, I’m dedicated to helping others find their own path to health through understanding the lymphatic system.


Remember, your body is like a beautiful landscape, and the lymphatic system is the river that keeps it healthy. So, take care of your river, and it will take care of you!



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