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How Lymphatic Drainage Massage Helps Your Body Release Inflammation
When your lymph flow is sluggish—due to illness, stress, surgery, or inactivity—toxins and inflammatory compounds can build up in your body.
The result? Puffiness, joint stiffness, fatigue, and worsening inflammation.

Nicole Longwell
2 days ago2 min read
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Massage & Microcurrent in Gender-Affirming Care: A Compassionate Approach to Healing
For many trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals, that journey involves navigating medical interventions, emotional stress, and a need for safe, affirming spaces for healing.
Massage therapy and microcurrent therapy are two gentle, supportive tools that can help promote comfort, reduce stress, and assist in physical recovery—while holding space for authentic identity.

Nicole Longwell
4 days ago3 min read
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Is Your Lymphatic System Congested? Signs to Watch For and How Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy Can Help
When the lymphatic system becomes sluggish or congested, it can lead to a buildup of toxins and fluids, causing discomfort and a wide range of symptoms.

Nicole Longwell
7 days ago3 min read
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The Importance of Self Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy for Breast Health
Breast tissue contains a high concentration of lymphatic vessels, but due to tight clothing, lack of movement, or surgeries (like mastectomy or augmentation), lymph flow can become sluggish or congested.
Signs of lymphatic stagnation in the breast area may include:Tenderness or swelling:
Heaviness or discomfort
Fibrocystic tissue or lumps
Sensitivity before menstruation

Nicole Longwell
Jun 131 min read
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Unlocking the Connection: Fascia and the (Sensory) Nervous System; How Massage therapy and Microcurrent Therapy may help
When fascia becomes tight, dehydrated, or restricted, it can disrupt communication between the body and brain. This can lead to:
Chronic pain
Reduced mobility
Muscle stiffness
Heightened stress responses

Nicole Longwell
Jun 102 min read
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Healing After Surgery: How Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy & Microcurrent Support Recovery from Breast Surgeries, including Mastectomy, Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, and TOP Surgery
Whether you’ve undergone a mastectomy, breast augmentation, breast reduction, or gender-affirming TOP surgery, your body deserves compassionate support as it heals and adjusts.
Two highly effective, non-invasive therapies gaining attention in post-surgical recovery are lymphatic drainage massage therapy and microcurrent therapy.

Nicole Longwell
Jun 83 min read
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Massage Therapy for Autoimmune Conditions: What You Need to Know
While medication and conventional treatments are essential, many people with autoimmune conditions are turning to complementary therapies, including massage therapy, microcurrent, and lymphatic drainage massage for relief.
In this post, we explore the connection between massage therapy and autoimmune disorders, its benefits, safety considerations, and the best massage techniques to support your health.

Nicole Longwell
Jun 43 min read
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The Neuroscience of Breath: How to Use Breathing to Control Emotions (and How Massage Therapy Helps)
The Neuroscience of Breath: How to Use Breathing to Control Emotions. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck? You’re not alone-your nervous system might be the culprit. The good news? Science shows that something as simple as your breath can help reset your emotional balance. Even better, combining breathwork with massage therapy can amplify the calming effects.In this article, we’ll break down the neuroscience of breathing, how it helps regulate emotions, and how

Nicole Longwell
Jun 23 min read
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Summer Swelling? Try Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy for Natural Relief
Summer brings sunshine, vacations, and long days outdoors—but for many, it also brings an uncomfortable side effect: swelling. Whether it’s puffy feet after a flight, bloated ankles in the heat, or feeling heavy and sluggish in the afternoons, summer swelling is a common (but often overlooked) issue.Â

Nicole Longwell
May 302 min read
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🌱 Unlock the Power of Detox Pathways - consider Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy 🌱
Your body's detox pathways are vital for maintaining optimal health and well-being. These pathways help eliminate toxins and waste, ensuring your organs and systems function at their best.

Nicole Longwell
May 52 min read
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The Power of Sleep: Why It Matters & How Massage Therapy Can Help You Rest Better
Sleep Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Lifesaver!
In a world that glorifies hustle, don’t underestimate the power of 7–9 hours of quality sleep.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 252 min read
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The Importance of Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy: Faster Recovery & Better Results
Post-operative recovery can be challenging, but adding lymphatic drainage massage to the healing process can make a world of difference for patients undergoing plastic surgery. This specialized therapy offers numerous benefits that help optimize recovery outcomes while enhancing overall well-being.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 242 min read
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Histamine Intolerance: How Massage Therapy and Lymphatic Drainage Massage Can Help
Histamine intolerance is a condition that occurs when the body has trouble breaking down histamine, leading to symptoms like headaches, skin

Nicole Longwell
Apr 12 min read
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Are Massage Therapy and Microcurrent Therapy Beneficial after Radiation Therapy?
Massage and Microcurrent may help with physical side effects from Radiation Therapy, such as scarring, limited range of motion, and pain.

Nicole Longwell
Feb 282 min read
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Can Massage Therapy and Microcurrent Reduce Post-Surgical Fibrosis?
Can massage actually reduce post-surgical fibrosis? Let's explore the science behind this and the potential benefits of massage therapy.

Nicole Longwell
Feb 174 min read
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How to treat Dupuytren's contracture
What patients with Dupuytren's contracture can do between therapy sessions to speed up recovery and healing

Nicole Longwell
Sep 17, 20241 min read
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What is a muscle "knot"?
A "knot" in the muscle isnt really a knot. It may be tendons, ligaments, or laters of tissue creating a lump, especially over boney areas.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 1, 20240 min read
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Somatic Low Back & Psoas Release
Discomfort and persistent pain in the low back can be caused by a shortened psoas muscle.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 19, 20221 min read
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About your FSM/Avazzia Microcurrent session
A little overview about a FSM session. May use washcloths or hand towels to help with increasing the area through which current can go in.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 1, 20221 min read
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Crash Course on the Lymphatic System and Immune System. What Is the Lymphatic System? How It Works & Why It Matters
The lymphatic system is a vital part of the body’s immune and detoxification network. It consists of lymph nodes, vessels, and organs like the spleen and thymus, working together to remove waste, toxins, and excess fluids from tissues. Unlike the circulatory system, it doesn’t have a pump—movement and muscle contractions help lymph fluid flow.

Nicole Longwell
Nov 3, 20211 min read
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