LYMPHEDEMA MANAGEMENT
Signs I May Have Lymphedema
- Chronic swelling that does not go away or has been present greater than 30 days
- Feeling of heaviness, fullness, tightness.
- Skin changes or shiny skin
- You are at higher risk if you have had any lymphnodes removed
- Long term Venous Insufficiency
What to expect during treatment
- Weekly visits with a certified Lymphedema Therapist
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Skin care
- Compression beginning with short stretch bandages or velcro wraps ending with personalized fitting for appropriate compression for self management at home
- Decongestive exercises and a home exercise program
- Education provided throughout treatment to allow you to be independent with self management phase