A Lymphatic Massage is a treatment used to assist the body in processing excess fluid. The tissues of the arms and legs (and sometimes the torso) can accumulate fluid and when this happens it is called lymphoedema.
Lymphoedema can occur with injury, after surgery, after radiotherapy or with some medical conditions such as heart disease. Anyone with swelling which is bothersome and poorly controlled should be assessed for lymphoedema. As should anyone who has had surgery or radiotherapy to the armpit or groin region, as lymphoedema can sometimes come on months or even years after their procedure.
Clearing this excess fluid away is important as it contains inflammatory waste products and if left, can create scar tissue and fatty tissue collections, which can in turn make the swelling worse.
Excess fluid can cause pain, heaviness, and loss of function. Together with compression and appropriate exercise, lymphatic massage can help treat this.
Treatments can take up to an hour depending on the size of the area involved.
Our senior physiotherapist Melissa offers lymphatic massage appointments in our Taylors Lakes clinic.
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While you don’t talk about pelvic health every day, we do. Our team of specialised physiotherapists are highly skilled and more importantly, have the emotional intelligence to help you through whatever challenges you’re facing. Talk to us today.
ABOUT US
While you don’t talk about pelvic health every day, we do!
Our team of pelvic health therapists are passionate about helping you through whatever challenges you’re facing. Talk to us today.
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