Lymphoedema is an all too common condition which greatly impacts the life of those affected.  Symptoms include swelling, heaviness, tightness or fullness, and pain or tension in the affected limb or body part.  A common group at risk are those who have undergone cancer treatment where lymph nodes have been removed during surgery or damaged by radiotherapy.

Although there is no known cure for Lymphoedema research shows it is best controlled through specialist decongestive therapy.  Our Lymphoedema therapist at Eastside will guide you through your decongestive treatment.  Successful management has a wide range of benefits including:

Decreased pain and swelling

Positive body image

Confidence

A pathway into exercise, and a

Home management plan

To learn more, email info@esphysio.com.au or call (03) 98361333 to speak to our experienced Lymphoedema practitioners.