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Certified Lymphedema Therapy

What is Lymphedema Therapy?

Lymphedema is chronic swelling and accumulation of protein-rich fluid. Primary Lymphedema is from a congenital defect in the lymphatic vessels. Secondary Lymphedema is caused by damage to the lymphatic system from cancer surgery or radiation, trauma, obesity or infection.

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Treatment may include lymphatic massage, wrapping, compression bandaging, or exercise specific to the individual to increase muscle & joint pumping actions. 

Lymphedema Signs & Symptoms:

  • swelling of all, or part of the limbs 

  • a feeling of heaviness or tightness

  • restricted range of motion

  • aching or discomfort

  • recurring infections

  • hardening and thickening of the skin (fibrosis)

How Can Lymphedema Treatment Help You?

Complete Decongestive Therapy

  • Lymphatic drainage massage (increases lymphatic activity, absorption and decreases pain)​​

  • Short stretch compression bandaging (wrapping to increase venous and lymphatic drainage and pump functions, softens fibrotic tissue, etc)

  • Exercise (according to the individual case, may be performed with wraps or compression garments, to increase range of motion, strengthening, stretching, and decrease swelling)

  • Hands on manual therapy techniques

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