Lymphedema Care
What Is Lymphedema?
Lymphedema is characterized by abnormal swelling of an arm, leg, or other body part resulting from the excessive build-up of fluid called lymph. This condition is most typically seen in both men and women who have experienced a lymph node dissection, radiation, infection, or injury. It can present in infants and young children who are born with the condition.
Symptoms of Lymphedema
Lymphedema symptoms are varied and can include swelling of the trunk, head, abdomen, genitals, an entire limb, or a portion of a limb. As a result of swelling, individuals may find difficulty with the fit of clothing, reduced tolerance to walking and movement, and tightness of the skin and joints.
Learn more about lymphedema on the National Lymphedema Network website.
Lymphedema Management Program
The lymphedema management program at CPT provides private, individualized treatment sessions by our certified therapists. CDT (Complete Decongestive Therapy) is not a cure for lymphedema but is an effective tool to help control the symptoms of swelling and pain. Although CDT takes time and effort, it can be used to effectively control your lymphedema. Our program incorporates four effective components:
Specialized technique designed to stimulate the flow of fluid and reduce swelling.
Designed to activate muscles in the limb to improve lymph drainage.
Involves appropriate cleansing and rehydration of the skin to maintain integrity, enhance elasticity, and minimize the risk of infection.
Expanding your knowledge of effective self-management and follow-through is critical to your success!
Testimonials
I highly recommend this team and Judy is wonderful and very caring. I walked in feeling hopeless with the condition of my legs after surgery. As Judy said, I had relief within the first two visits and by the time we were through, I walked out with beautiful, normal “legs by Judy!” Thank you Judy and Marissa for giving me my legs back.
Judy is a very caring person,who performed a miracle in a few weeks time.We went from heavy, painful legs to skinny ankles and greatly reduced pain.
The staff is unbelievable. They are so caring & so good at what they do. They listen to the patients & tailor their treatment plan perfectly for each person. When I first started with CPT, I was in a wheelchair & could barely walk. Now, I walk with a cane & I am able to drive again, go places alone, & do things I never thought I would ever do. I not only do physical therapy but also occupational therapy as well for Lymphedema. The OT staff & the lymph therapy have made it possible for me to manage my lymphedema so well & the size of my legs has decreased so much since I started. I love everyone at CPT in Hawley. They have all helped me so much. I would not be where I am today without them; I could have never come this far. They are the best!!
Susanna has helped me reach my goal of being cleared for hip surgery. She is always pleasant, professional and compassionate and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my therapy.
CPT’s Lymphedema Therapy reduced my elephant legs and ankles to normal looking ones in just 2 weeks of therapy. Judy clearly explained everything so that I understood my condition. Judy and Lauren are kind, compassionate, gentle, and wonderful in teaching me how to manage and care for my condition.
