Lymphatic Therapy
Therapy Can Help Improve Drainage and Reducing Swelling Within the Lymphatic System
Certified therapists at University Hospitals-provide the latest in lymphedema management for patients. This specific type of therapy, also called complex decongestive therapy, helps reduce the build-up of fluid within soft tissues that has caused swelling. Whether from cancer, cancer treatments or other causes, these skilled therapists help patients reduce this build-up of fluid as a result of blockage within the lymphatic system. Manual lymphatic draining, a type of gently massage, can also be used to decrease swelling in a limb.
Combined Therapy Offers Optimum Benefits
Swelling in the genitals, extremities, or head and neck is not unusual after surgery, too. However, there are ways to gently reduce the swelling and increase lymphatic drainage for improved recovery. Therapists with advanced training and certification combine therapies such as massage bandaging and exercise to decrease swelling. Our specialists also work with patients with important educational information for self-care.
Advanced Technology
University Hospitals Rehab Services is the first in northeast Ohio to offer the innovative L-Dex® technology. This advanced device is able to detect changes in fluid levels by measuring bioimpedance, the response of tissue of external applied electric current. This technology is used for early detection of lymphedema, critical to preventing the progression of this disorder.
Locations
UH Cleveland Medical Center
Bolwell Health Center
11100 Euclid Ave. Suite 4100 Cleveland, OH 44106
Get Directions View LocationUH Lake Health West Medical Center
36060 Euclid Ave. Suite 105 Willoughby, OH 44094
Get Directions View LocationUH Parma Medical Center
Medical Arts Building 1
6681 Ridge Rd. Suite 102 Parma, OH 44129
Get Directions View LocationUH Portage Medical Center
6847 North Chestnut St. Suite 100 Ravenna, OH 44266-1204
Get Directions View LocationUH Samaritan Rehabilitation Services
2163 Claremont Ave. Ashland, OH 44805
Get Directions View LocationUH St. John Health Center
26908 Detroit Rd. Suite 300 Westlake, OH 44145
Get Directions View LocationUH Sheffield Health Center
5001 Transportation Dr. Suite 202 Sheffield Village, OH 44054
Get Directions View LocationUH Twinsburg Health Center
8819 Commons Blvd. Suite 201 Twinsburg, OH 44087
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