Lymphedema Treatment
Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a disease caused by damage or malformation of the lymphatic system. Often Lymphedema is brought on by surgery and/or radiation for cancer treatment. Chemotherapy may also play a part in the causation of Lymphedema.
Lymphedema is a progressive disorder that can be greatly improved through the use of Electro-Lymphatic Therapy (ELT) and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD).
Lymphedema Educational Info
If you have questions about Lymphedema – what causes it, a simple explanation in the form of an analogy, and the nitty gritty of the anatomy and physiology behind it, check out the
Lymphedema Educational Information page.
Lymphedema Resources
If you are looking to find more information about lymphedema such as other websites, books, or what kind of compression stockings to get, click on the Lymphedema Resources Page.
Lymphedema Treatment
Advanced Lymphedema is treated by Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) of which Electro-Lymphatic Therapy (ELT) and/or Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) are a part.
Pain & Swelling Solutions offers treatment for Lymphedema. Book your appointment today.
Compression Bandaging
As part of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), compression bandaging is applied to the affected area.
Bandaging helps:
- Keep fluid from returning to the area
- Assists the lymphatic system in pumping fluid out of the affected area as the body moves
- Breaks up hard (fibrotic) tissues, making the area softer.
If a person is able to use Electro-Lymphatic Drainage (ELT), the necessity for compression bandaging is often minimized.
Compression Garments
Lymphedema is managed long-term (following Complete Decongestive Therapy) by wearing specially fitted compression garments.
How to Get Help for Lymphedema
Make an appointment with Pain & Swelling Solutions and learn all about Lymphedema and how to manage it while you get your treatment.
Check out our Resources Page to find out what books and organizations we recommend for further information.
Visit our Educational Info Page where you can find detailed information about Lymphedema and how it happens.