Lymphoedema is a chronic condition. It occurs when excessive amounts of protein-rich fluid accumulate in one or more areas of the body, causing swelling. It affects the limbs, but it can also be present in other areas, such as the head and neck, breast and trunk. Early intervention is recommended.
We can help you manage lymphoedema better to reduce the impact on your day-to-day, aid in infection prevention, and design personalised management strategies and monitoring.
Physiometrics Senior Physiotherapist Meg Reilly is an Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA) accredited lymphoedema physiotherapist. Meg can support you by providing manual lymphatic drainage, prescribing and fitting compression garments – including access through the QLD Health Compression Garment Scheme, identifying potential risk factors and offering tailored advice about skin care, safe exercise and pain management. She is passionate about maximising quality of life through a holistic, non-judgemental approach – ensuring management plans are achievable and targeted to every individual.
Meg is also able to provide support and diagnosis for other oedema (swelling) based conditions, including:
- Lipoedema
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Post-surgical oedema
- Scarring and adhesions
Initial sessions for lymphoedema physiotherapy require 1 hour to allow for comprehensive medical history and tailoring of the treatment plan. The initial session costs $260. Meg will discuss further session recommendations in her first consultation with you. Call us today to find out more on 07 3419 8671.