Abstract:Lymph stasis can result in edema and accumulation of particulate matter, exudates, toxins, and bacteria. This can lead to inflammation, impaired immune cell trafficking, tissue hypoxia, tissue fibrosis, and a variety of diseases. Previously, we demonstrated that osteopathic lymphatic pump treatment (LPT) significantly increased thoracic and mesenteric duct lymph flow. The purpose of this study was to determine if LPT would mobilize inflammatory mediators into the lymphatic circulation. Under anesthesia, thorac… Show more
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