Tried & Tested: Lymphatic Massage At Farnham Estate

This is a treatment I would book every month if I could …

The body’s lymphatic system maintains the balance of fluid between the blood and tissues, forms part of the immune system, and facilitates the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients in the digestive system. The better the lymph runs, the better the body runs. The Secret River of Health Ritual by Ground Wellbeing (Peigín Crowley’s spa brand) is a 60-minute full body ritual to encourage lymphatic flow while inducing rest and renewal.

At Farnham Estate’s beautifully appointed spa, with its thermal suite, outdoor and indoor pools and calm tea room, Aiste used gentle rhythmic techniques to stretch and massage the skin to encourage lymph flow, and deployed the therapeutic effects of essential oils. This is a treatment I would book every month if I could – my stressed, sore body felt much better for days afterwards.

Farnham Estate Golf and Spa, Cavan, 049 4377 700; www.farnhamestate.ie.