Lymphedema Therapy
Got Swelling?
We provide specialized physical therapy to individuals in our community with lymphedema.
We Treat Patients With:
S/P Cancer Surgery
Lymph Node Dissection
Traumatic Injuries
Paralysis of an Extremity
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Primary Lymphedema
Pelvic Health Issues
Our Treatment Includes:
Pain Free Treatment
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Compression Bandaging
Personalized Exercise Program
Skin Care
Patient Education
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
It is estimated that
3-5 million Americans suffer from lymphedema.
Lymphedema is often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. Delays in diagnosis or treatment can result in rapid and unchecked progression of the disease.
Lymphedema is a chronic disease that results in a build up of lymph fluid (swelling) that occurs when the lymphatic system is either faulty or damaged.
Drainage
Compression
Exercise
Massage
There is no cure for lymphedema, but it can be effectively treated:
Over time, lymphedema (especially if poorly treated)
often results in number of complications including:
Infections
Disfigurement
Pain
Disability
Tingling
Numbness
Achiness
Feelings of fullness and tightness
Changes in skin
In addition to swelling, symptoms of lymphedema include: