199 W. Palmetto Park Road, Suite 6, Boca Raton, Florida 33432 ~ 561.392.3340
Individualized Treatment Programs
Aspects of the treatment program include any or all of the following, based on the patient’s needs as determined by the patient and physician:
- Education: Origin of Lymphedema, precautions and lifestyle modification, and current management techniques.
- Pre- and Post- Surgical Assessments: For patients with secondary Lymphedema, Pre-operative baseline information on current daily functional level, flexibility, strength, and girth measurements; post-operative mobility, strength, girth assessments and assessment of functional limitations.
Treatment Options
Lymphedema management:
When Lymphedema presents, the patient is offered a comprehensive approach to restore maximal level of function. Treatment may include:
- Manual lymphatic therapy
- Gradient compression bandaging of the limb
- A comprehensive exercise prescription for flexibility,
strength and edema management- Posture and breathing exercises
- Aerobic and conditioning exercises
- Sequential compression pump if indicated
Rehabilitation for:
- Limited range of motion
- Weakness of the affected limb
- Correcting muscle imbalances which may have resulted from surgery
- Fitness programs to restore pre-diagnosis activity levels
