Megan Lloyd Clt
Health Care in North Sydney

Certified lymphoedema therapist (foldi clinic, germany). -fitting of custom made compression garments -bandaging -education in self-care techniques, exercises and skin care. A holistic approach to lymphoedema therapy -individualised treatment plan - lymphatic drainage massage -monitoring the effectiveness of treatment using bio-impedance spectroscopy. Specialist in managing primary and secondary lymphoedema. -remedial massage registered with all private health funds.

Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that can be successfully managed with ongoing combined decongestive therapy (CDT). This treatment combines compression therapy, lymph drainage therapy (massage), exercise and therapeutic skin care. A case of secondary lymphoedema might typically occur behind surgery, lymph node dissection and radiation therapy for breast cancer. Devastate to lymph vessels and the loss of lymph nodes results in a reduced transport capacity of the lymphatic system whereby fluid and proteins may not be removed properly and will begin to compile in the tissues. As a therapist, my goal, is to help you in reducing edema and discomfort, to restore any loss in range of motion and improve function. I work with people recovering from surgery and injury and people who have primary and inferior lymphoedema. My practice is also begin to people interested in improving or maintaining their general health and healthy being. The services I present in my lymphoedema treatment sessions are Bioimpedance spectroscopy analysis for assisting in the clinical assessment of unilateral lymphoedema of the arm and monitoring the effectiveness of treatment. This procedure involves temporary a low strength electrical vogue through the body and measuring the impedance to the flow of this current. The amount of resistance correlates with the amount of extra cellular fluid that is present in the extremity and can be assessed against a normal range and the patient's own preceding measurements. Bandaging with the newest methods and materials (less bulk) that allow for greater mobility and ease during exercise. Remedial massage to compliment decongestive exercises, revitalize range of motion and to address scar adhesion and webbing. Education in self concern with a holistic approach a decongestive exercise regime, diaphragmatic breathing instruction based on yoga techniques, skin concern and self massage with a simpletofollow routine.