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.
There is no cure for lymphedema, but it can be effectively treated:
Drainage
Compression
Exercise
Massage
Over time, lymphedema (especially if poorly treated)
often results in number of complications including:
Infections
Disfigurement
Pain
Disability
In addition to swelling, symptoms of lymphedema include:
Tingling
Numbness
Achiness
Feelings of fullness and tightness
Changes in skin