Lymphatic Drainage and HRV

HRV (heart rate variability) is a hot topic, and for good reason. It’s a measure of your autonomic nervous system which is highly tied to the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is where immune responses are launched. Lymphatic drainage can help improve heart rate variability (HRV) by reducing stress, enhancing circulation, and promoting parasympathetic nervous system activity. This can have a direct effect on swelling.

Christopher EllisMarch 19, 2025#lymph, #recovery, #hrvComment

Why Pain is Worse at Night and What You Can do about it

Most ailments get worse at night, whether you are sick, or you are dealing with pain. There’s a simple reason for it; well two. It’s from the lack of two things: cortisol and movement.

Christopher EllisSeptember 6, 2023#nightpain, #sympathetic, #cortisol, #lymphComment

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