Optimizing Lymphatic Pumping for Influenza Vaccine Responses in Vulnerable Populations

Optimizing Lymphatic Pumping for Influenza Vaccine Responses in Vulnerable Populations

We are studying if a specific osteopathic manipulative treatment protocol can improve the immune response (antibody titers) to seasonal influenza vaccination in vulnerable populations, including patients with advanced age and/or adiposity.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Willing to receive OMT
• Willing to receive influenza vaccine
• Older than 18 years of age

Exclusion Criteria:

• Younger than 18 years of age
• Pregnancy or lactationg
• Unwilling to receive the influenza vaccine
• Unwilling to receive OMT
• Open wounds
• Bone fractures
• Moderate to severe osteoporosis
• Severe COPD
• Current/active infections
• Mononucleosis infection within past 6 months
• Liver cirrhosis
• Cancer or metastatic disease
• History of DVT, PE, or blood clotting disorder
• Individuals taking blood thinning medications, except aspirin
• Having a pacemaker or other thoracic medical devices