Lymphedema Treatment in mountain Home

 Lymphedema refers to swelling that generally occurs in one of your arms or legs. Sometimes both arms or both legs swell.

Lymphedema is most commonly caused by the removal of or damage to  your lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment. It results from a  blockage in your lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system.  The blockage prevents lymph fluid from draining well, and the fluid  buildup leads to swelling.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lymphedema/symptoms-causes/syc-203746

Lymphedema signs and symptoms, which occur in your affected arm or leg, include:

• Swelling of part or all of your arm or leg, including fingers or toes
• A feeling of heaviness or tightness
• Restricted range of motion
• Aching or discomfort
• Recurring infections
• Hardening and thickening of the skin (fibrosis)

The swelling caused by lymphedema ranges from mild, hardly noticeable  changes in the size of your arm or leg to extreme changes that make the  limb hard to use. Lymphedema caused by cancer treatment may not occur  until months or years after treatment.

There are 4 parts to treating and managing your lymphedema and our Certified Lymphedema Specialists have undergone the rigorous training needed to help.

1.  Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) which is a gentle  hands-on technique, 

2. Meticulous skin care

3. Compression  bandaging/garments

4. Decongestive exercises. 

Our team of specialists can't wait to help you gain your life back.  Swelling and pain don't have to limit the things you love!