Lymphoedema Treatment Clinic

Definition:
Lymphoedema is a swelling caused by a build up of lymph fluid in the body tissues, especially in the layer of tissue under the skin, and results in a disabling swelling of a limb(s) and/or part of the body.

What We Treat:

• Primary Lymphoedema (Congenital)
• Secondary Lymphoedema (from cancer treatment, scarring, accidents & other causes)

What Treatment Involves:
Treatment is on an individual basis; identifying key triggers causing your lymphoedema and outlining a personal treatment plan.

Areas We Focus On For Treatment:

• Skin & nail care
• Exercise
• Lymphatic Drainage Massage
• Compression Garment Wearing
• Compression Bandaging
• Medical Taping

Booking An Appointment:
You require a Specialist or GP referral, which provides medical information and medical history relating to your swollen limb / body part. Home visits by request.

Click here to download a pdf brochure for the North Shore Lymphoedema Centre.