The Perrin Technique®
The Perrin Technique is a hands-on manual approach that assists in the diagnosis and treatment of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ME/CFS. This technique was developed in 1989 by the renowned Osteopath and neuroscientist Dr Raymond Perrin DO Ph.D. Dr Perrin's research has reported that the disruption of the neuro-lymphatic flow and the sympathetic nervous system gives rise to physical symptoms common in ME/CFS/Long Covid patients.
Dr. Perrin reasons that different stress factors on the body (often in combination) lead to an overload of the sympathetic nervous system. Stress can take many forms such as physical dysfunction or injuries, bacterial or viral infections, environmental stress such as allergies or exposure to toxins, or emotional stress such as work related, mental distress or a trauma experienced. This in turn results in a build-up of toxins in the fluid around the brain and spinal cord.
One of the lymphatic systems primary functions is to drain toxins and the liver enables detoxification. However in people with ME/CFS, the lymphatic system is not working as it should, leading to a build up of toxins. These toxins can irritate the brain, spinal cord and surrounding tissues contributing to the wide ranges of symptoms associated with ME/CFS/Long Covid.
According to Dr Perrin, a final trigger, commonly a viral infection, (although it could be physical/emotional or chemical) leads to deterioration of the nervous system’s control of lymphatic drainage, causing a further back flow of toxins and disruption of bodily functions, resulting in the symptoms seen in ME/CFS/Long Covid.
The Treatment
The Perrin Technique is a gentle Osteopathic treatment that aims at manually stimulating the drainage of the offending toxins from the central nervous system.
The technique incorporates lymphatic stroking techniques of the neck and chest. This encourages effective lymph drainage into larger veins eventually reaching the liver, where the toxins are finally rendered harmless.
Manual treatment to the cranium and spine with relaxation of the surrounding muscles together with specific lymphatic drainage techniques can improve the health and function of the body as a whole.
Advice is also given to the patient regarding exertion levels, pacing, and nutrition. The patient will also be taught a self-massage technique to assist their self-care between appointments.
ME/CFS/Long Covid symptoms should begin to lessen over time when following the guidance and attending appointments. In some cases, patients may even become completely free of symptoms.


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To find out more about The Perrin Technique, you can visit Dr. Perrins website here or contact Joanna with any questions you have.