Lymphedema Non-Invasive Treatments

Initial management begins with examination and work-up for other causes of extremity swelling. Frequent misdiagnoses include venous stasis, lipedema, obesity, trauma, vascular malformation, and rheumatologic disease – these must be ruled out prior to proceeding with lymphedema management to avoid mistreatment.

First-line treatment of lymphedema nearly always includes referral to Lymphedema Therapy, as well as prescription compression garments. During lymphedema therapy, complex decongestive therapy (CDT) is initiated. CDT is composed of several elements, including manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), graduated compression wrapping, therapeutic decongestive exercises, skin care, and patient education. CDT is not curative, but aids with symptom management and prevention of disease progression by decreasing the burden of lymphedematous fluid in the affected area.

If you have not yet obtained all first-line essential treatments, we will connect you with our partner providers to obtain:

• Lymphedema Therapy

• Compression day garments

• Night compression garments

• Lymphedema pump

• Nutritional consultation and assessment

Please contact us to schedule consultation with our team for discussion regarding further diagnostic or management.