Northwest Therapy Center
1115 N Northgate Way, Seattle, WA 98133
Phone: (206) 525-1010, Fax: (206) 523-9101 http://www.NorthwestTherapyCenter.com

Lymphedema Rehabilitation

Lymphedema Rehabilitation treats conditions such as:

  • Primary Lymphedema
    • Congenital, Idiopathic
  • Secondary Lymphedema
    • Post-Cancer Related - Radiation, Surgery
    • Non-Cancer Related - Injury, Burn, Trauma
  • Filarial Lymphedema
  • LIP Edema
  • Other chronic edemas when MLD is not otherwise contraindicated by your doctor

Our Lymphedema Rehabilitation team provides:

  • Physical Therapist:
      Manual Lymphatic Drainage, MLD
    • Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
      a gentle technique that stimulates the lymph system and drains the affected area
    • Bandaging of affected area
      helps to preserve size reduction in conjunction with MLD
    • Education regarding necessary lifestyle changes
    • Developing a Safe Exercise Routine
  • Clinical Social Worker:
    • Resource Center for Services in Community
    • Support for Adjustment, Grief, Depression, and Socialization Disorders
    • Weight management, Nutrition Support
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Lymphedema Management:

  • Learn more about your medical condition, individualized treatment options and coping strategies
  • Learn to manage your condition and increase your quality of life
  • Learn healthy behavioral changes to protect yourself from aggravating your condition

Lymphedema Rehabilitation Brochure (pdf, 1.4 mb)