09/15/2026
Your lymphatic system has no heart — so how does lymph move? 🤔
It’s actually pretty fascinating.
Unlike your circulatory system, the lymphatic system doesn’t have a central pump like the heart. Lymph relies on movement, breathing, pressure changes, and the natural contractions of lymphatic vessels to keep flowing.
So what happens when that system is challenged by surgery, injury, prolonged travel, or an impaired lymphatic system?
And why can you sometimes feel swollen or puffy after a long flight or a long day of sitting?
I wrote a new article explaining how lymph moves — and how Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) using the gentle, rhythmic Vodder approach can support lymphatic flow.
🌿 Read the new article:
https://www.lauracavanaugh.com/post/manual-lymphatic-drainage-maui
I offer Manual Lymphatic Drainage both as a mobile service and now at The Black Rock Spa at the Sheraton Kaanapali**.
If you'd like to experience MLD at the Spa at Black Rock text me 808-264-8643 and I can walk you through the booking process.
Discover how Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) supports healthy lymph flow and why this gentle technique may be especially beneficial after surgery, prolonged travel, or when the lymphatic system is impaired. Learn how lymph moves without a heart to pump it—and experience Vodder MLD with Laura Cavan...
