The Outpatient Rehabilitation Center of
Wilmington Physical Therapy, Inc.

2246 Yaupon Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
910-251-1818
 

PHYSICAL                        OCCUPATIONAL                      SPEECH                             SPORTS                            HAND                        INDUSTRIAL
 THERAPY                             THERAPY                            THERAPY                           THERAPY                        THERAPY                  REHABILITATION

◄Lymphedema Management Program►

Lymphedema, an accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the superficial tissues, is a very common and serious condition worldwide.  Left untreated it has important pathological and clinical consequences for the patient.  Secondary lymphedema is often caused by injury, scarring, excision and radiation therapy of the lymph nodes.  Post mastectomy lymphedema of the upper extremity after breast cancer is a very common condition in the United States.

Another cause of lymphedema is malformation of the lymphatic system (primary lymphedema).  In such cases, the swelling may appear after simple accidents, such as sports injuries or surgery, which can suddenly overload the lymphatic system.  All therapists are certified in lymphedema management.

LYMPHEDEMA MANAGEMENT
CAN BE SUCCESSFULLY APPLIED FOR:

• Chronic venous, insufficiencies

• Post surgical swelling

• Sports injuries

• Detoxification

• Migraine headaches

• Lymphedema, Lipo-Lymphedema

• Amputee stump edema

TREATMENT TECHNIQUE:

• Manual Lymph Drainage

• Compression Therapy (compression pumps and compression garments)

• Exercises (aid lymphokinetic in joint / muscle pumping action)

• Skin Care