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Lymphedema is a mechanical insufficiency of the lymphatic system causing abnormal swelling in the tissues, most often seen in the limbs. Lymphedema can be primary, congenital, or secondary, post traumatic, caused by injury, surgery, cancer.
Lymphedema is a progressive disease, that has no cure; therefore, will have to be monitored and managed for the rest of one’s life.
Currently, Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) is the gold standard in treating and managing lymphedema. CDT is a combination of Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Skin Care, Compression, and Exercise.

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a gentle manual treatment technique intended to encourage the flow and drainage of the lymphatic fluid.

Proper skin care is an essential component of CDT. Clean and moisturized skin help to minimize the risk of infection.

Compression helps to prevent the re-accumulation of fluid after decongestion. In Phase I of treatment, it will be in the form of compression bandages. In Phase II, you will be fitted for compression garments.

Exercises, performed with compression, improves lymph transportation by optimizing joint and muscle pumps that help to push and move the fluid along.

Client education = client success! While not actually a component of CDT, education goes a long way by helping clients understand their condition and how to treat it.
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