Lipoedema Symptom Relief: Lymphatic Massage Gloves

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<p>I’m always looking for products that can help with lipoedema symptoms, particularly pain and swelling. Thankfully of all the products I try, there’s rarely one that isn’t a great addition to my self-care routine, even if it doesn’t impact my lipoedema symptoms significantly and this is absolutely true for lymphatic care products. Caring for my lymphatic health always feels good, no matter what the measurable impact is. </p> <h3></h3> <h4><span style="color: #000000;">The Lymphatic System and Lipoedema</span></h4> <p>There’s some conflicting information about lipoedema and the lymphatic system. But the science definately leans toward the theory that lipoedema isn’t inherently a lymphatic disorder. Our lymphatic system isn’t ‘broken’, so to speak. However if lipoedema is left to progress it puts stress on the lymphatic system, impairing its ability to clear fluid. That’s why supporting lymphatic health through massage and other forms of drainage can be so beneficial.</p> <h4><span style="color: #000000;"></span></h4> <h4><span style="color: #000000;">Supporting Lymphatic Health with the Right Tools</span></h4> <p>I follow a number of great Instagram accounts sharing fantastic content about the lymphatic system. One of them is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chelsey_jean_lymphatics/">@ChelseaJeanLymphatics</a> – Chelsea’s a lymphatic therapist who shares some great info on skin brushing and lymphatic drainage techniques. She also shares her own own range of lymphatic products – this is where I first spotted her teal <strong><a href="https://chelseyjean.com.au/product/dual-action-lymphatic-gloves/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA-ty8BhA_EiwAkyoa37C8AYCxrVekC-FcV4xZpkIkwSwRGB8WA7zNvPeFn_5CPLmRev9pVRoCy2YQAvD_BwE">Dual Action Lymphatic Gloves ($42/pair).</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p></div> </div><div class="et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_0">

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<p> The gloves offer two benefits in one: seven magnetic balls on one side that help move lymph and soothe pain, and a bumpy texture on the other side for skin brushing.</p> <p>I’ve spent enough time grooming horses to recognise these as <strong>a very common horse grooming tool repurposed for humans – </strong>they’re a magnetic ‘curry comb’ or massage mitt. The bumpy side removes debris from the horse’s coat and stimulates blood flow to the skin for a shiny coat, while the magnetic side is said to help ease sore muscles. </p> <p>If you’re on a budget, you can get these gloves at any equestrian store for $5-$10 – they’re <a 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here at Europa Saddlery</a>, <a href="https://www.horseandhound.com.au/index.php/canine-accessories/product/magnetic-ball-massage-comb-pink/category_pathway-2297">$8.86 at Garrards Horse and Hound</a>, or <a href="https://www.horseland.com.au/roma-rubber-massage-mitt-purple/?utm_source=google_shopping&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA-ty8BhA_EiwAkyoa3-Burm6RuX3lyWqFyCa9QYqVDGOClQC8Qwe-_bGWRcGUSHlz-9muvxoCgrMQAvD_BwE#grooming_sizing=27859">$9.99 at Horseland.</a> I picked my purple mitt up for <a href="https://www.saddleworldipswich.com.au/collections/grooming/products/magnetic-ball-massage-comb">$9.95 on my last visit to Saddleworld!</a> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p></div> </div><div class="et_pb_module et_pb_gallery et_pb_gallery_0 et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_gallery_grid"> <div class="et_pb_gallery_items et_post_gallery clearfix" data-per_page="3"><div class="et_pb_gallery_item et_pb_grid_item et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_gallery_item_0_0"><div class="et_pb_gallery_image portrait"> <a 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<h4><span style="color: #000000;">How I Use the Magnetic Gloves in My Routine</span></h4> <p>I use the glove once a day, in the evening, I find the magnetic side is quite effective for easing the aching and burning in my calves if if I’ve done a lot of walking, hiking or intense exercise. Sometimes I <strong>pop them in the freezer for 15 minutes before use; </strong>the cold on my skin soothes pain fast. I follow the sequence of this lymphatic drainage massage routine from @<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CancerRehabPT">CancerRehabPT</a> on Youtube:</p> <p> </p> <p></div> </div><div class="et_pb_module et_pb_video et_pb_video_0">

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<p> </p> <h4><span style="color: #000000;"></span></h4> <h4><span style="color: #000000;"></span></h4> <h4><span style="color: #000000;">Does Magnetic Therapy Really Help?</span></h4> <p>While research on magnetic therapy is limited, some studies suggest it may reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like arthritis and <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S000293780200474X">chronic pelvic pain.</a> However, the evidence isn’t conclusive—many studies have small sample sizes or data reliability issues as suggested in this <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1325112/">literature review.</a> Personally I’m not convinced that it’s the magnets that are soothing pain and swelling – for me, I suspect it’s the combination of the brushing, massage and iciness of the magnet balls that’s producing the positive effects. </p> <p>But whether or not the magnets provide direct therapeutic benefits, there’s no question that the gloves are a no-brainer addition to my daily routine. Whether you use the magnetic side for pain relief or for the benefits of skin brushing and lymphatic massage, these gloves are a versatile and accessible addition to your self-care routine.</p> <p>If you’re interested in other ways to support your lymphatic system, check out the ‘Lymphatics, Compression & MLD’ section of my <a href="https://navigatelipoedema.com/research-library/">Lipoedema Research Library</a>.  </p> <p> </p> <p></div> </div> </div>

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Lipoedema Symptom Relief: Lymphatic Massage Gloves

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