Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), often called Lymphatic Drainage Massage, are techniques used to move and reroute lym...
04 December, 2020
Complete Decongestive TherapyPlease know that your health and safety are our first priority. All clients are only seen one-on-one by Dr. Margaret. We do not schedule overlapping visits. We also allow enough time between visits to sanitize ALL surfaces with Protex Disinfectant Spray and allow for the appropriate dry time.
Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT)
Blue Lotus Wellness Complete Decongestive Therapy includes all the components for the treatment of lymphedema.
Skin Care
Good skin care is paramount for the treatment of lymphedema. Clean, moisturized skin helps maintain the integrity of the skin and prevents infectious organisms from entering the blood system through breaks in the skin. A low pH lotion such as Lubriderm or Eucerin should be applied to clean skin to help maintain the moisture barrier.
Manual Lymph Drainage
Manual Lymph Drainage(MLD) – Application of manual techniques by a trained therapist to improve the activity of lymph vessels, mobilize lymph fluid, re-route lymph flow as needed, and improve removal of lymph fluid through the venous system.
Compression
After achieving a reduction of lymph fluid through MLD, a qualified therapist needs to apply appropriate compression (NOT ACE bandages) to maintain the fluid reduction and prevent re-accumulation of fluid. Unfortunately, MLD alone does not manage the swelling caused by lymphedema. A variety of compression options are available including bandaging, garments, bandage alternatives, or a combination of techniques.
Decongestive Exercises
Exercises are an integral component of lymphedema management. They are simple but need to be performed while wearing compression so that muscles can contract against the compression bandages or garments to help the effectiveness of fluid movement through the muscle pump. The exercises should not be strenuous or highly repetitive during the decongestion phase of treatment.
The primary reasons CDT fails include
- Lack of compliance
- Improper treatment (such as MLD only)
- Other associated medical conditions (especially cardiac conditions)
- Maligancies
Dr. Margaret Latham is trained in all the components of CDT as well as the treatment of vascular wounds that may be present. She provides client education throughout the process so that clients can independently manage this lifelong condition and refers clients to physician services as needed or to manage other conditions.
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