The Lymphatic system is the sewer system for the tissues and organs of the body. Because of our sedentary lifestyle, our consumption of processed foods, and environmental pollutant, most Americans have a very sluggish lymph system. This can make us more prone to joint pain, muscle aches, lethargy, and even major diseases. Gentle, rhythmic compression of the tissues move the stagnant lymph out of the tissues and into the blood stream where it can be filtered and returned to cleanse more tissues.