What IS Assisted Lymphatic Therapy (ALT)?
Assisted Lymphatic Therapy (ALT) is a non-invasive, gentle therapy designed to support and enhance the function of the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in immune health, detoxification, and fluid balance in the body.
What It Is:
Assisted Lymphatic Therapy uses vibrational, light, and electrostatic energy (usually via a handheld device with glass or metal tubes) to stimulate lymph flow more efficiently than manual lymphatic drainage alone. It’s considered a complementary therapy often used in holistic, naturopathic, or integrative medicine practices.
How It Works:
During a session a practitioner moves a device (often called a lymphatic drainage instrument or wand) over the body, typically focusing on lymph noderegions and lymphatic pathways. The device emits a combination of low-frequency sound waves, inert gas ionization, and light energy
These energies help to:
What It Feels Like:
Contraindications:People with certain medical conditions such as an implanted pacemaker or neuro-stimulator should avoid this therapy.
Precautions should be taken with individuals who are undergoing cancer treatment. This therapy could prevent adverse reactions such as nausea, fatigue, poor sleep, and hairloss. You should notify your provider that the absence of these reactions to chemotherapy or radiation is NOT an indication to increase treatment frequency or doses.
Individuals with infections should be under that care of a knowledgeable provider.
Signs of lymphatic congestion can show up in many subtle or chronic ways, since the lymphatic system plays a major role in detoxification, immune defense, and fluid balance. When the lymph becomes sluggish or blocked, it can impact nearly every system in the body.
Here’s a breakdown of common symptoms and signs of lymphatic congestion:
🚨 Physical Symptoms:
🧠 Cognitive & Mood Symptoms:
🩺 Digestive & Immune Signs:
👩⚕️ When It's Often Noticed:
Supporting a Congested Lymph System:Some ways people support lymphatic health include:
Theramography is a great objective diagnostic tool for monitoring improvments especially when symptoms become less noticable.
In preparation for your Assisted Lymphatic Therapy treatment, please come to your appointment without any body lotion or deodorant on (natural deodorant is fine) dry hair and well hydrated. I also ask that you please refrain from wearing any heavy fragrances prior to your treatment. It is recommended to stick to a whole foods diet for a few days leading up to your treatment, but not necessary. At the very least, minimizing processed foods a few days prior is great!
What It Is:
Assisted Lymphatic Therapy uses vibrational, light, and electrostatic energy (usually via a handheld device with glass or metal tubes) to stimulate lymph flow more efficiently than manual lymphatic drainage alone. It’s considered a complementary therapy often used in holistic, naturopathic, or integrative medicine practices.
How It Works:
During a session a practitioner moves a device (often called a lymphatic drainage instrument or wand) over the body, typically focusing on lymph noderegions and lymphatic pathways. The device emits a combination of low-frequency sound waves, inert gas ionization, and light energy
These energies help to:
- Break up congestion or stagnation in the lymphatic fluid
- Stimulate lymph node drainage
- Promote detoxification
- Reduce inflammation and swelling
- Improved immune function
- Reduced fluid retention and swelling (edema)
- Support for detox pathways (liver, kidneys, skin)
- Improved energy and circulation
- Support for post-surgical healing or chronic inflammation
- Relief from fibrocystic breasts, sinus congestion, chronic fatigue, lymphatic disorders, and skin issues
What It Feels Like:
- Painless and relaxing
- Often described as a soothing tingling or warmth
- Sessions usually last 30–60 minutes
- Clients remain clothed, sometimes with direct contact over thin clothing
Contraindications:People with certain medical conditions such as an implanted pacemaker or neuro-stimulator should avoid this therapy.
Precautions should be taken with individuals who are undergoing cancer treatment. This therapy could prevent adverse reactions such as nausea, fatigue, poor sleep, and hairloss. You should notify your provider that the absence of these reactions to chemotherapy or radiation is NOT an indication to increase treatment frequency or doses.
Individuals with infections should be under that care of a knowledgeable provider.
Signs of lymphatic congestion can show up in many subtle or chronic ways, since the lymphatic system plays a major role in detoxification, immune defense, and fluid balance. When the lymph becomes sluggish or blocked, it can impact nearly every system in the body.
Here’s a breakdown of common symptoms and signs of lymphatic congestion:
🚨 Physical Symptoms:
- Puffiness or swelling, especially in the face, under eyes, fingers, or ankles
- Bloating or water retention
- Swollen lymph nodes (especially in the neck, armpits, or groin)
- Stiffness or soreness, particularly in the morning
- Frequent colds, infections, or slow healing wounds
- Chronic sinus congestion or post-nasal drip
- Headaches or migraines (especially around the temples or base of the skull)
- Cellulite that worsens despite exercise
- Skin issues, like acne, rashes, eczema, or dull complexion
🧠 Cognitive & Mood Symptoms:
- Brain fog
- Chronic fatigue
- Low energy or sluggishness
- Irritability or feeling "heavy" mentally and emotionally
🩺 Digestive & Immune Signs:
- Food sensitivities or sluggish digestion
- Frequent illness or low immune resilience
- Chronic inflammation
- Constipation or irregular bowel movements
👩⚕️ When It's Often Noticed:
- After surgery, injury, or trauma (where lymph flow is disrupted)
- In cases of sedentary lifestyle or lack of movement
- After infections, like viruses (like Epstein Barr) and insect borne bacteria (like lyme) that overwhelm the lymphatic system
- When the body is overloaded with toxins, such as from medications, pesticides, heavy metals, and chemicals
Supporting a Congested Lymph System:Some ways people support lymphatic health include:
- Assisted Lymphatic Therapy
- Manual lymphatic drainage massage
- Dry brushing
- Infrared sauna
- Gentle movement like walking, rebounding, or yoga
- Hydration, clean diet, and herbs (like red root, cleavers, or burdock
Theramography is a great objective diagnostic tool for monitoring improvments especially when symptoms become less noticable.
In preparation for your Assisted Lymphatic Therapy treatment, please come to your appointment without any body lotion or deodorant on (natural deodorant is fine) dry hair and well hydrated. I also ask that you please refrain from wearing any heavy fragrances prior to your treatment. It is recommended to stick to a whole foods diet for a few days leading up to your treatment, but not necessary. At the very least, minimizing processed foods a few days prior is great!