Lymphatic drainage massage is a specialty type of massage therapy that was developed in Germany to treat the accumulation of fluid that can occur due to surgical removal of lymph nodes or other causes, like radiation treatment for cancer. This therapy works to help recirculate body fluids, stimulate the functioning of the immune system, and balance the autonomic nervous system, as well helping in the reduction of swelling and promoting healing in cases like sprains, tendonitis, and cosmetic surgery procedures.