If you’ve had surgery — particularly if you’ve had any lymph nodes removed – exercise is your ticket back to health. And once you understand how your lymphatic system works, you’ll see why it’s necessary to stimulate it any way you can.
The lymphatic system is a vital part of your body’s immune system. The adult body houses approximately 800 lymph nodes located in the neck, armpits, groin, and inside the center of the chest and abdomen (National Library of Medicine). These nodes are small, soft, and may be round or oval shaped. Unless they are swollen and infected, they are not easily seen or felt.
